Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 13, 2009

Largest Full Moon of 2009

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 13, 2009 is “Largest Full Moon of 2009,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Vincent Jacques Sky Shows). The original explanation runs about 160 words.

From the explanation

“A larger moon will not be seen this year. This past weekend, the largest full Moon of 2009 could be seen from almost any clear location on planet Earth at night .”

— APOD editors, January 13, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 13, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Vincent Jacques Sky Shows
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 160 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 13, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-january-13-largest-full-moon-of-2009

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