Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 5, 2011

The Milky Way Over Tenerife

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 5, 2011 is “The Milky Way Over Tenerife,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Juan Carlos Casado ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 223 words.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen the band of our Milky Way Galaxy ? Chances are you have never seen it like this — nor could you.”

— APOD editors, April 5, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 5, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Juan Carlos Casado ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 223 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 5, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-april-5-the-milky-way-over-tenerife

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