Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
A Filament Across the Sun
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 20, 2012 is “A Filament Across the Sun,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Bret Dahl). The original explanation runs about 155 words.
From the explanation
“Is that a cloud hovering over the Sun? Yes, but it is quite different than a cloud hovering over the Earth.”
— APOD editors, August 20, 2012
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- August 20, 2012
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Bret Dahl
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 155 words