Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 4, 2012

Sunspots and Silhouettes

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 4, 2012 is “Sunspots and Silhouettes,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: VegaStar Carpentier). The original explanation runs about 169 words.

From the explanation

“What stands between you and the Sun? Apparently, as viewed from Paris last week, one visible thing after another.”

— APOD editors, July 4, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 4, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: VegaStar Carpentier
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 169 words