Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 2, 2008

Venus and Jupiter in Morning Skies

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 2, 2008 is “Venus and Jupiter in Morning Skies,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 119 words.

From the explanation

“These two celestial beacons shining brightly in the east before sunrise are actually children of the Sun , the planets Venus and Jupiter.”

— APOD editors, February 2, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 2, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 119 words

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Topics in this entry

The Moon The Sun Venus Jupiter

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 2, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-february-2-venus-and-jupiter-in-morning-skies

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