Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 11, 2015

Volcano of Fire Erupts Under the Stars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 11, 2015 is “Volcano of Fire Erupts Under the Stars,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Diego Rizzo). The original explanation runs about 139 words.

From the explanation

“First, there was an unusual smell. Then there was a loud bang.”

— APOD editors, March 11, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 11, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Diego Rizzo
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 139 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 11, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-march-11-volcano-of-fire-erupts-under-the-stars

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