Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 5, 2012

Aurora and Fireball Over Norway

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 5, 2012 is “Aurora and Fireball Over Norway,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ole C. Salomonsen ( Arctic Light Photo )). The original explanation runs about 142 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening behind that mountain? A convergence of variable sky spectacles.”

— APOD editors, October 5, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 5, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ole C. Salomonsen ( Arctic Light Photo )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 142 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 5, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-october-5-aurora-and-fireball-over-norway

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