Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 9, 2007

Aurora, Stars, Meteor, Lake, Alaska

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 9, 2007 is “Aurora, Stars, Meteor, Lake, Alaska,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Bud Kuenzli). The original explanation runs about 118 words.

From the explanation

“Sometimes, after your eyes adapt to the dark, a spectacular sky appears. In this case, a picturesque lake lies in front of you, beautiful green aurora flap high above you, brilliant stars shine far in the distance, and, for a brief moment, a bright meteor streaks by.”

— APOD editors, October 9, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 9, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Bud Kuenzli
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 118 words

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Star clusters Auroras Meteors

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 9, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-october-9-aurora-stars-meteor-lake-alaska

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