Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 11, 2009

Lunar X

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 11, 2009 is “Lunar X,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jerry Lodriguss ( Catching the Light )). The original explanation runs about 165 words.

From the explanation

“The striking X near the center of this lunarscape is easily visible in binoculars or a small telescope. Yet, not too many have seen it.”

— APOD editors, March 11, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 11, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jerry Lodriguss ( Catching the Light )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 165 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 11, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-march-11-lunar-x

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