Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 6, 2017

The Climber and the Eclipse

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 6, 2017 is “The Climber and the Eclipse,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Andrew Struder). The original explanation runs about 175 words.

From the explanation

“What should you do if your rock climbing picture is photobombed by a total eclipse of the Sun? Rejoice — because your planning paid off .”

— APOD editors, September 6, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 6, 2017
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andrew Struder
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 175 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 6, 2017 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2017-september-6-the-climber-and-the-eclipse

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