Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 31, 2015

Solstice Sun at Lulworth Cove

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 31, 2015 is “Solstice Sun at Lulworth Cove,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Chris Kotsiopoulos ( GreekSky )). The original explanation runs about 100 words.

From the explanation

“A southern exposure and striking symmetry made Lulworth Cove , along the Jurassic Coast of England, planet Earth a beautiful setting during December’s Solstice. Five frames in this dramatic composite view follow the lowest arc of the Sun, from sunrise to sunset, during the shortest day of the year.”

— APOD editors, December 31, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 31, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Chris Kotsiopoulos ( GreekSky )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 100 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 31, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-december-31-solstice-sun-at-lulworth-cove

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