Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 4, 2012

Hurricane Paths on Planet Earth

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 4, 2012 is “Hurricane Paths on Planet Earth,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: John Nelson , IDV Solutions). The original explanation runs about 178 words.

From the explanation

“Should you be worried about hurricanes? To find out, it is useful to know where hurricanes have gone in the past.”

— APOD editors, September 4, 2012

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At a glance

Date: September 4, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: John Nelson , IDV Solutions
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 178 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 4, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-september-4-hurricane-paths-on-planet-earth

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