Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 12, 2015

Sentinels of the Arctic

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 12, 2015 is “Sentinels of the Arctic,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Niccol Bonfadini). The original explanation runs about 115 words.

From the explanation

“Who guards the north? Judging from the above photograph, possibly giant trees covered in snow and ice.”

— APOD editors, April 12, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 12, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Niccol Bonfadini
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 115 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 12, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-april-12-sentinels-of-the-arctic

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