Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Sarychev Peak Volcano in Stereo
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 25, 2009 is “Sarychev Peak Volcano in Stereo,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Expedition 20 Crew , Crew Earth Observations Team, NASA Stereo Image: Patrick Vantuyne. The original explanation runs about 180 words.
From the explanation
“From 400 kilometers above planet Earth , the Expedition 20 Crew onboard the International Space Station ( ISS ) was able to witness a remarkable event from a remarkable vantage point — the June 12 eruption of the Sarychev Peak Volcano .”
— APOD editors, June 25, 2009
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- June 25, 2009
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Expedition 20 Crew , Crew Earth Observations Team, NASA Stereo Image: Patrick Vantuyne
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 180 words