Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 20, 2009

Eclipse City

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 20, 2009 is “Eclipse City,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Alfred Lee). The original explanation runs about 114 words.

From the explanation

“During July 22nd’s solar eclipse, the Moon’s dark shadow traced a narrow path as it raced eastward across India and China and on into the Pacific . Hong Kong was south of the shadow’s path, so a total eclipse was not visible there, but a partial eclipse was still enjoyed by inhabitants of the populous city.”

— APOD editors, August 20, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 20, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Alfred Lee
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 114 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 20, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-august-20-eclipse-city

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