Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Rosetta Spacecraft Passes Asteroid Steins
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 8, 2008 is “Rosetta Spacecraft Passes Asteroid Steins,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Rosetta Team , ESA). The original explanation runs about 190 words.
From the explanation
“What’s that diamond in the sky ? Cruising though space, sometimes you’ll come across an unusual object.”
— APOD editors, September 8, 2008
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- September 8, 2008
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Rosetta Team , ESA
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 190 words