Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Moonbow and Rainbows Over Patagonia

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 10, 2009 is “Moonbow and Rainbows Over Patagonia,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Stéphane Guisard (Los Cielos de Chile)). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

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From the explanation

“Have you ever seen a moonbow? Just as rainbows are lit by the Sun , moonbows are lit by the Moon .”

— APOD editors, August 10, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 10, 2009
Type
Video
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Stéphane Guisard (Los Cielos de Chile)
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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