Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 16, 2008

Large Binocular Telescope

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 16, 2008 is “Large Binocular Telescope,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 120 words.

From the explanation

“With moonlight on the horizon, a starry sky and the northern Milky Way provide the background for this dramatic view of the World at Night . The imposing structure in the foreground houses the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT), on Mount Graham, Arizona.”

— APOD editors, February 16, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 16, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 120 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 16, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-february-16-large-binocular-telescope

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