Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 21, 2012

September's Aurora

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 21, 2012 is “September's Aurora,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Fredrick Broms ( Northern Lights Photography )). The original explanation runs about 168 words.

From the explanation

“September’s equinox arrives tomorrow as the Sun crosses the celestial equator heading south. The event marks the astronomical beginning of spring in the southern hemisphere and autumn in the north.”

— APOD editors, September 21, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 21, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Fredrick Broms ( Northern Lights Photography )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 168 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 21, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-september-21-september-aurora

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