Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 21, 2012

Diamond Ring and Shadow Bands

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 21, 2012 is “Diamond Ring and Shadow Bands,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Stephen Mudge). The original explanation runs about 102 words.

From the explanation

“As the total phase of last week’s solar eclipse came to an end, sunlight streaming past the edge of the Moon created the fleeting appearance of a glistening diamond ring in the sky .”

— APOD editors, November 21, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 21, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Stephen Mudge
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 102 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 21, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-november-21-diamond-ring-and-shadow-bands

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