Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 23, 2016

Solstice Dawn and Full Moonset

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 23, 2016 is “Solstice Dawn and Full Moonset,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Laurie Hatch). The original explanation runs about 130 words.

From the explanation

“A Full Moon sets as the Solstice Sun rises in this June 20 dawn skyscape.”

— APOD editors, June 23, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 23, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Laurie Hatch
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 130 words

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The Moon The Sun

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 23, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-june-23-solstice-dawn-and-full-moonset

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