Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 7, 2008

At the Sun's Edge

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 7, 2008 is “At the Sun's Edge,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Catalin Beldea (Descopera Magazine)). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

“A train trip on the Trans-Siberian railway to Novosibirsk resulted in this stunning view along the edge of the Sun recorded during the August 1st total solar eclipse .”

— APOD editors, August 7, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 7, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Catalin Beldea (Descopera Magazine)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 117 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 7, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-august-7-at-the-suns-edge

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