Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 11, 2013

Sakurajima Volcano with Lightning

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 11, 2013 is “Sakurajima Volcano with Lightning,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Rietze ( Alien Landscapes on Planet Earth )). The original explanation runs about 138 words.

From the explanation

“Why does a volcanic eruption sometimes create lightning? Pictured above, the Sakurajima volcano in southern Japan was caught erupting in early January.”

— APOD editors, March 11, 2013

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At a glance

Date: March 11, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Rietze ( Alien Landscapes on Planet Earth )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 138 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 11, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-march-11-sakurajima-volcano-with-lightning

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