Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Diamond Ring in a Cloudy Sky
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 25, 2017 is “Diamond Ring in a Cloudy Sky,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ashley Marando). The original explanation runs about 96 words.
From the explanation
“As the Moon’s shadow swept across the US on August 21 , eclipse chasers in the narrow path of totality were treated to a diamond ring in the sky. At the beginning and end of totality, the fleeting and beautiful effect often produces audible gasps from an amazed audience .”
— APOD editors, August 25, 2017
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- August 25, 2017
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ashley Marando
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 96 words