Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 24, 2009

Equinox Sunset

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 24, 2009 is “Equinox Sunset,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Tamas Ladanyi ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 102 words.

From the explanation

“Often inspiring , or offering a moment for contemplation, a sunset is probably the most commonly photographed celestial event . But this uncommonly beautiful sunset picture was taken on a special day, the Equinox on September 22.”

— APOD editors, September 24, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 24, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Tamas Ladanyi ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 102 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 24, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-september-24-equinox-sunset

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