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Dad Quiets Omicron Ceti

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 1, 2012 is “Dad Quiets Omicron Ceti,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tamas Ladanyi ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 143 words.

Dad Quiets Omicron Ceti
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tamas Ladanyi ( TWAN ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The Omicron Cetians have been silenced. After alien-like monsters were reported to disturb his daughter’s sleep for four nights in a row, this father took action.”

— APOD editors, April 1, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 1, 2012
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tamas Ladanyi ( TWAN )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 143 words

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