Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 30, 2006

Martian Analemma

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 30, 2006 is “Martian Analemma,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Digital Illustration Credit & Copyright: Dennis Mammana ( Skyscapes )). The original explanation runs about 132 words.

From the explanation

“On planet Earth, an analemma is the figure-8 loop you get when you mark the position of the Sun at the same time each day throughout the year.”

— APOD editors, December 30, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 30, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Digital Illustration Credit & Copyright: Dennis Mammana ( Skyscapes )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 132 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 30, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-december-30-martian-analemma

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