Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 11, 2007

Bright Planets, Crescent Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 11, 2007 is “Bright Planets, Crescent Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jay Ouellet). The original explanation runs about 158 words.

From the explanation

“Early risers are currently enjoying the sight of dazzling Venus , near the eastern horizon as the morning star . Recorded on October 7, this predawn skyview does feature Venus at the upper right.”

— APOD editors, October 11, 2007

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At a glance

Date: October 11, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jay Ouellet
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 158 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 11, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-october-11-bright-planets-crescent-moon

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