Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Jupiter and Io
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 28, 2012 is “Jupiter and Io,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Alessandro Bianconi). The original explanation runs about 133 words.
From the explanation
“On December 3 (UT), Jupiter, the solar system’s largest planet , will be at opposition, opposite the Sun in planet Earth’s sky, shining brightly and rising as the Sun sets. That configuration results in Jupiter’s almost annual closest approach to planet Earth.”
— APOD editors, November 28, 2012
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- November 28, 2012
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alessandro Bianconi
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 133 words