Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 26, 2013

Waterfalls, Auroras, Comet: Iceland

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 26, 2013 is “Waterfalls, Auroras, Comet: Iceland,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Stephane Vetter ( Nuits sacrees )). The original explanation runs about 112 words.

From the explanation

“If not distracted by the picturesque landscape, waterfalls, stars, and auroras, you might be able to find Comet PANSTARRS. The above image, capturing multiple terrestrial and celestial wonders in a single shot, was taken last week in southwest Iceland .”

— APOD editors, March 26, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 26, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Stephane Vetter ( Nuits sacrees )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 112 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 26, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-march-26-waterfalls-auroras-comet-iceland

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