Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Comet Between Fireworks and Lightning

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 10, 2013 is “Comet Between Fireworks and Lightning,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Antti Kemppainen). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

Comet Between Fireworks and Lightning
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Antti Kemppainen Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Sometimes the sky itself is the best show in town. In January 2007, people from Perth , Australia gathered on a local beach to watch a sky light up with delights near and far.”

— APOD editors, November 10, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 10, 2013
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Antti Kemppainen
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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