Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 28, 2008

Fireball at Ayers Rock

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 28, 2008 is “Fireball at Ayers Rock,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Joseph Brimacombe). The original explanation runs about 133 words.

From the explanation

“A weekend trip for astrophotography in central Australia can result in gorgeous skyscapes. In this example recorded in March of 2006, the center of our Milky Way Galaxy rises over planet Earth’s horizon and the large sandstone formation called Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock .”

— APOD editors, June 28, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 28, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Joseph Brimacombe
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 133 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 28, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-june-28-fireball-at-ayers-rock

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