Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Fog Bow Over Ocean Beach

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 29, 2008 is “A Fog Bow Over Ocean Beach,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Keith C. Langill ( missionblvd.com )). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

A Fog Bow Over Ocean Beach
Credit & Copyright: Keith C. Langill ( missionblvd.com ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What is that white arch over the water? What is being seen is a fogbow , a reflection of sunlight by water drops similar to a rainbow but without the colors.”

— APOD editors, May 29, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 29, 2008
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Keith C. Langill ( missionblvd.com )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 150 words

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