Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 18, 2007

Tungurahua Erupts

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 18, 2007 is “Tungurahua Erupts,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Patrick Taschler). The original explanation runs about 105 words.

From the explanation

“Volcano Tungurahua erupted spectacularly last year. Pictured above , molten rock so hot it glows visibly pours down the sides of the 5,000-meter high Tungurahua , while a cloud of dark ash is seen being ejected toward the left.”

— APOD editors, September 18, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 18, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Patrick Taschler
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 105 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 18, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-september-18-tungurahua-erupts

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