Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 5, 2008

Comet Between Fireworks and Lightning

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 5, 2008 is “Comet Between Fireworks and Lightning,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Antti Kemppainen). The original explanation runs about 129 words.

From the explanation

“Sometimes the sky itself is the best show in town. In January 2007, people from Perth , Australia gathered on a local beach to watch a sky light up with delights near and far.”

— APOD editors, July 5, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 5, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Antti Kemppainen
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 129 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 5, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-july-5-comet-between-fireworks-and-lightning

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