Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 6, 2007

Mars in View

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 6, 2007 is “Mars in View,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jean-Luc Dauvergne , Francois Colas). The original explanation runs about 175 words.

From the explanation

“Very good telescopic views of Mars can be expected in the coming weeks as the Red Planet nears opposition on December 24th. Of course , opposition means opposite the Sun in planet Earth’s sky – an arrangement that occurs every 26 months for Mars.”

— APOD editors, December 6, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 6, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jean-Luc Dauvergne , Francois Colas
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 175 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 6, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-december-6-mars-in-view

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