Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 25, 2008

Phoenix Lander Arrives at Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 25, 2008 is “Phoenix Lander Arrives at Mars,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Animated Illustration Credit & Copyright: MAAS Digital , SVV Project , NASA). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

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From the explanation

“Will Phoenix survive its landing today on Mars? Phoenix ‘s landing sequence will ramp up starting at about 7:30 pm EDT (23:30 UTC ) today and last just over an hour.”

— APOD editors, May 25, 2008

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At a glance

Date: May 25, 2008
Type: Video
Credit: Credit: Animated Illustration Credit & Copyright: MAAS Digital , SVV Project , NASA
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 145 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 25, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-may-25-phoenix-lander-arrives-at-mars

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