Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 4, 2009

Saturn in View

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 4, 2009 is “Saturn in View,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jean-Luc Dauvergne , Francois Colas , OMP). The original explanation runs about 146 words.

From the explanation

“Very good telescopic views of Saturn can be expected in the coming days as the ringed planet nears opposition on March 8th, its closest approach to Earth in 2009. Of course, opposition means opposite the Sun in planet Earth’s sky – an arrangement that occurs almost yearly for Saturn.”

— APOD editors, March 4, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 4, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jean-Luc Dauvergne , Francois Colas , OMP
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 146 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 4, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-march-4-saturn-in-view

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