Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 24, 2011

The Big Dipper

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 24, 2011 is “The Big Dipper,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo). The original explanation runs about 162 words.

From the explanation

“The best known asterism in northern skies, The Big Dipper is easy to recognize , though some might see The Plough. Either way, the star names and the familiar outlines will appear in this thoughtfully composed 24 frame mosaic when you slide your cursor over the image.”

— APOD editors, June 24, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 24, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 162 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 24, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-june-24-the-big-dipper

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