Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Three Years of Saturn
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 7, 2007 is “Three Years of Saturn,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Peter Wienerroither). The original explanation runs about 177 words.
From the explanation
“Using an image recorded just last month as a base, this composite illustration tracks the motion of bright Saturn as it wanders through planet Earth’s night sky . Starting at the upper right, Saturn’s position is shown about every two weeks beginning in August 2005 and projected through September 2008.”
— APOD editors, April 7, 2007
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- April 7, 2007
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Peter Wienerroither
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 177 words