Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 15, 2008

A Sun Pillar Over North Carolina

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 15, 2008 is “A Sun Pillar Over North Carolina,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Terry Holdsclaw). The original explanation runs about 123 words.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen a sun pillar ? When the air is cold and the Sun is rising or setting , falling ice crystals can reflect sunlight and create an unusual column of light.”

— APOD editors, December 15, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 15, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Terry Holdsclaw
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 123 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 15, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-december-15-a-sun-pillar-over-north-carolina

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