Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 16, 2010

Crescent Venus and Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 16, 2010 is “Crescent Venus and Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Ivn der). The original explanation runs about 134 words.

From the explanation

“There’s something behind these clouds. Those faint graceful arcs, upon inspection, are actually far, far in the distance.”

— APOD editors, May 16, 2010

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At a glance

Date: May 16, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Ivn der
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 134 words

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The Moon Venus

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 16, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-may-16-crescent-venus-and-moon

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