Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 16, 2008

Circles in the Sky

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 16, 2008 is “Circles in the Sky,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jean-Marc Lecleire). The original explanation runs about 156 words.

From the explanation

“Gazing skyward on a sunny day in May, photographer Jean-Marc Lecleire captured this engaging display of ice halos forming complete circles in the sky.”

— APOD editors, May 16, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 16, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jean-Marc Lecleire
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 156 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 16, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-may-16-circles-in-the-sky

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