Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 14, 2008

Zodiacal Light Over New Mexico

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 14, 2008 is “Zodiacal Light Over New Mexico,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Malcolm Park ( North York Astronomical Association )). The original explanation runs about 161 words.

From the explanation

“An unusual triangle of light is visible this time of year just before dawn. Once considered a false dawn , this triangle of light is actually Zodiacal Light , light reflected from interplanetary dust particles .”

— APOD editors, December 14, 2008

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At a glance

Date: December 14, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Malcolm Park ( North York Astronomical Association )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 161 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 14, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-december-14-zodiacal-light-over-new-mexico

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