Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Leonid over Mono Lake

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 19, 2009 is “Leonid over Mono Lake,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Tony Rowell). The original explanation runs about 123 words.

Leonid over Mono Lake
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From the explanation

“Eerie spires of rock rise from shore of Mono Lake in the foreground of this early morning skyscape. The salty, mineral-laden lake is located in California’s eastern Sierra Nevada mountain range and the spindly rock formations are naturally formed limestone towers called tufa .”

— APOD editors, November 19, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 19, 2009
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Tony Rowell
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 123 words

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