Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 13, 2007

Comet Over Krakow

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 13, 2007 is “Comet Over Krakow,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Andrzej Sawow). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

“Bright Comet McNaught (C/2006 P1) graced the twilight this week, seen by many and often described with superlatives. Watching the skies over Krakow , Poland, Andrzej Sawow recorded this view on Wednesday – with an ordinary handheld digital camera.”

— APOD editors, January 13, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 13, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Andrzej Sawow
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 117 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 13, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-january-13-comet-over-krakow

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