Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Atlas 5 Rocket Launches to the Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 22, 2009 is “Atlas 5 Rocket Launches to the Moon,” an image. It is credited to Credit: NASA. The original explanation runs about 150 words.

Atlas 5 Rocket Launches to the Moon
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From the explanation

“This rocket is headed for the Moon. Pictured above , a huge Altas V rocket roared off the launch pad last week to start NASA’s first missions to Earth’s Moon in 10 years.”

— APOD editors, June 22, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 22, 2009
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: NASA
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 150 words

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The Moon

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