Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 3, 2018

Earthshadow and the Beehive

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 3, 2018 is “Earthshadow and the Beehive,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tunç Tezel ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 137 words.

From the explanation

“The Earth’s dark umbral shadow is shaped like a cone extending into space . Of course its circular cross section at the distance of the Moon is more easily seen during a lunar eclipse.”

— APOD editors, February 3, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 3, 2018
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tunç Tezel ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 137 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 3, 2018 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2018-february-3-earthshadow-and-the-beehive

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