Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 23, 2012

Conjunction Colours

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 23, 2012 is “Conjunction Colours,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Phil Hart). The original explanation runs about 143 words.

From the explanation

“During the past week , nightfall on planet Earth has featured Mars, Saturn, and Spica in a lovely conjunction near the western horizon.”

— APOD editors, August 23, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 23, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Phil Hart
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 143 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 23, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-august-23-conjunction-colours

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