Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 29, 2007

Gigantic Jets Over Oklahoma

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 29, 2007 is “Gigantic Jets Over Oklahoma,” a video. It is credited to Credit: Richard Smedley. The original explanation runs about 167 words.

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From the explanation

“Have you ever seen a gigantic jet? They are extremely rare but tremendously powerful.”

— APOD editors, August 29, 2007

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At a glance

Date: August 29, 2007
Type: Video
Credit: Credit: Richard Smedley
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 167 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 29, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-august-29-gigantic-jets-over-oklahoma

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