Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 27, 2012

Jupiter and the Moons of Earth

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 27, 2012 is “Jupiter and the Moons of Earth,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

From the explanation

“Planet Earth has many moons . Its largest artifical moon, the International Space Station , streaks through this lovely skyview with clouds in silhouette against the fading light of a sunset .”

— APOD editors, April 27, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 27, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 131 words

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Jupiter Space stations

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 27, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-april-27-jupiter-and-the-moons-of-earth

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