Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 2, 2010

Mars and a Colorful Lunar Fog Bow

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 2, 2010 is “Mars and a Colorful Lunar Fog Bow,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Wally Pacholka (AstroPics.com, TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 165 words.

From the explanation

“Even from the top of a volcanic crater, this vista was unusual. For one reason, Mars was dazzlingly bright two weeks ago, when this picture was taken, as it was nearing its brightest time of the entire year.”

— APOD editors, February 2, 2010

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 2, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Wally Pacholka (AstroPics.com, TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 165 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 2, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-february-2-mars-and-a-colorful-lunar-fog-bow

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