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Jupiter's Triple Shadow Transit

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 2, 2013 is “Jupiter's Triple Shadow Transit,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Leo Aerts). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

Jupiter's Triple Shadow Transit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Leo Aerts Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This webcam and telescope image of banded gas giant Jupiter shows the transit of three shadows cast by Jupiter’s moons in progress, captured in Belgian skies on October 12 at 0528 UT. Such a three shadow transit is a relatively rare event, even for a large planet with many moons.”

— APOD editors, November 2, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 2, 2013
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Leo Aerts
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 145 words

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