Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Mercury and Jupiter at Sunset
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 18, 2011 is “Mercury and Jupiter at Sunset,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand). The original explanation runs about 134 words.
From the explanation
“When warm sunset hues begin to fade, two celestial beacons now shine in the evening twilight, Mercury and Jupiter.”
— APOD editors, March 18, 2011
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- March 18, 2011
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 134 words