Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 5, 2013

A Supercell Thunderstorm Cloud Over Montana

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 5, 2013 is “A Supercell Thunderstorm Cloud Over Montana,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Sean R. Heavey). The original explanation runs about 123 words.

From the explanation

“Is that a spaceship or a cloud? Although it may seem like an alien mothership , it’s actually a impressive thunderstorm cloud called a supercell .”

— APOD editors, May 5, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 5, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sean R. Heavey
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 123 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 5, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-may-5-a-supercell-thunderstorm-cloud-over-montana

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