Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 29, 2010

Sunset, Shadowrise

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 29, 2010 is “Sunset, Shadowrise,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Peter Ward ( Barden Ridge Observatory )). The original explanation runs about 143 words.

From the explanation

“From central Australia, this serene 360 degree panorama follows a clear horizon as twilight began on May 28. At left, a bright western sky is still illuminated by the setting Sun.”

— APOD editors, July 29, 2010

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At a glance

Date: July 29, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Peter Ward ( Barden Ridge Observatory )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 143 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 29, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-july-29-sunset-shadowrise

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