Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
A Sun Pillar Over Ontario
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 18, 2011 is “A Sun Pillar Over Ontario,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Rick Stankiewicz ( Peterborough Astronomical Association )). The original explanation runs about 145 words.
From the explanation
“What is that on the horizon? No, it’s not an alien starship battling distant Earthlings, but rather a sun pillar.”
— APOD editors, August 18, 2011
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- August 18, 2011
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rick Stankiewicz ( Peterborough Astronomical Association )
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 145 words