Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 28, 2015

Rainbows and Rays over Bryce Canyon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 28, 2015 is “Rainbows and Rays over Bryce Canyon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: John Rummel). The original explanation runs about 171 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening over Bryce Canyon? Two different optical effects that were captured in one image taken earlier this month.”

— APOD editors, July 28, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 28, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: John Rummel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 171 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 28, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-july-28-rainbows-and-rays-over-bryce-canyon

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