Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Ash and Lightning Above an Icelandic Volcano
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 30, 2012 is “Ash and Lightning Above an Icelandic Volcano,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Sigurur Stefnisson). The original explanation runs about 116 words.
From the explanation
“Why did the picturesque 2010 volcanic eruption in Iceland create so much ash? Although the large ash plume was not unparalleled in its abundance, its location was particularly noticeable because it drifted across such well-populated areas.”
— APOD editors, July 30, 2012
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- July 30, 2012
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sigurur Stefnisson
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 116 words