Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 24, 2012

South Polar Vortex Discovered on Titan

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 24, 2012 is “South Polar Vortex Discovered on Titan,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: Cassini Imaging Team , ISS , JPL , ESA , NASA. The original explanation runs about 147 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening over the south pole of Titan? A vortex of haze appears to be forming, although no one is sure why.”

— APOD editors, July 24, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 24, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit: Cassini Imaging Team , ISS , JPL , ESA , NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 147 words