Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
The Gegenschein Over Chile
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 7, 2008 is “The Gegenschein Over Chile,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Yuri Beletsky ( ESO )). The original explanation runs about 190 words.
From the explanation
“Is the night sky darkest in the direction opposite the Sun? No.”
— APOD editors, May 7, 2008
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 7, 2008
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Yuri Beletsky ( ESO )
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 190 words