Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Moonrise Through Mauna Kea's Shadow
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 3, 2015 is “Moonrise Through Mauna Kea's Shadow,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Connelley ( U. Hawaii )). The original explanation runs about 164 words.
From the explanation
“How can the Moon rise through a mountain? It cannot — what was photographed here is a moonrise through the shadow of a large volcano .”
— APOD editors, May 3, 2015
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 3, 2015
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Connelley ( U. Hawaii )
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 164 words