Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 10, 2010

Ecliptic New Zealand

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 10, 2010 is “Ecliptic New Zealand,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tunç Tezel ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 159 words.

From the explanation

“Four bright celestial beacons and a faint triangle of light follow the plane of the ecliptic as it arcs high through this southern hemisphere night skyscape.”

— APOD editors, July 10, 2010

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 10, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tunç Tezel ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 159 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 10, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-july-10-ecliptic-new-zealand

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