Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 5, 2007

Jet Approaching a Crescent Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 5, 2007 is “Jet Approaching a Crescent Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Vincent Jacques). The original explanation runs about 149 words.

From the explanation

“No natural clouds appear in this picture. On the left, an airplane cruises through the atmosphere leaving a contrail in its wake.”

— APOD editors, June 5, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 5, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Vincent Jacques
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 149 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 5, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-june-5-jet-approaching-a-crescent-moon

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