Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 21, 2012

Anticrepuscular Rays Over Wyoming

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 21, 2012 is “Anticrepuscular Rays Over Wyoming,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Nate Cassell). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening over the horizon? Although the scene may appear somehow supernatural , nothing more unusual is occurring than a setting Sun and some well placed clouds.”

— APOD editors, February 21, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 21, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Nate Cassell
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 135 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 21, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-february-21-anticrepuscular-rays-over-wyoming

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