Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 29, 2016

From Alpha to Omega in Crete

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 29, 2016 is “From Alpha to Omega in Crete,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Johannes Schedler ( Panther Observatory )). The original explanation runs about 146 words.

From the explanation

“This beautiful telephoto composition spans light-years in a natural night skyscape from the island of Crete. Looking south, exposures both track the stars and record a fixed foreground in three merged panels that cover a 10×12 degree wide field of view.”

— APOD editors, June 29, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 29, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Johannes Schedler ( Panther Observatory )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 146 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 29, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-june-29-from-alpha-to-omega-in-crete

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