Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 18, 2010

Crescent Moon and Planets Over Portugal

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 18, 2010 is “Crescent Moon and Planets Over Portugal,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Miguel Claro). The original explanation runs about 152 words.

From the explanation

“Sometimes, it’s fun to share the sky. Although it might appear that the two sky enthusiasts on the ridge are sharing only a crescent moon between them, three bright planets also stand before them.”

— APOD editors, August 18, 2010

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At a glance

Date: August 18, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Miguel Claro
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 152 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 18, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-august-18-crescent-moon-and-planets-over-portugal

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