Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 16, 2012

Zodiacal Light and the False Dawn

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 16, 2012 is “Zodiacal Light and the False Dawn,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Nilesh Vayada & Ajay Talwar ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 138 words.

From the explanation

“Is it dawn or false dawn? During certain times of the year, the horizon near the rising Sun will begin to glow unusually early.”

— APOD editors, January 16, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 16, 2012
Type: Video
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Nilesh Vayada & Ajay Talwar ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 138 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 16, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-january-16-zodiacal-light-and-the-false-dawn

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