Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 13, 2015

Milky Way over Erupting Volcano

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 13, 2015 is “Milky Way over Erupting Volcano,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Sergio Montfar). The original explanation runs about 121 words.

From the explanation

“The view was worth the trip. Battling high winds , cold temperatures , and low oxygen , the trek to near the top of the volcano Santa Maria in Guatemala — while carrying sensitive camera equipment — was lonely and difficult.”

— APOD editors, April 13, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 13, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sergio Montfar
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 121 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 13, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-april-13-milky-way-over-erupting-volcano

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