Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 29, 2009

Zodiacal Light Over Laguna Verde

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 29, 2009 is “Zodiacal Light Over Laguna Verde,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Manel Soria). The original explanation runs about 173 words.

From the explanation

“An unusual triangle of light is visible this time of year just before dawn, in the northern hemisphere. Once considered a false dawn , this triangle of light is actually Zodiacal Light , light reflected from interplanetary dust particles .”

— APOD editors, October 29, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 29, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Manel Soria
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 173 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 29, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-october-29-zodiacal-light-over-laguna-verde

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