Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 3, 2014

Aurora and Milky Way in a Little Sky

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 3, 2014 is “Aurora and Milky Way in a Little Sky,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand). The original explanation runs about 108 words.

From the explanation

“Stepping stones seem to lead to the Milky Way as it stretches across this little sky . Of course, the scene is really the northern hemisphere’s autumnal equinox night.”

— APOD editors, October 3, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 3, 2014
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 108 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 3, 2014 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2014-october-3-aurora-and-milky-way-in-a-little-sky

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