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Play Saturn's Rings Like a Harp

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 24, 2018 is “Play Saturn's Rings Like a Harp,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , JPL-Caltech , SSI , Cassini ; Sonification: Matt Russo ( SYSTEM Sounds ). The original explanation runs about 151 words.

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From the explanation

“Sure, you’ve seen Saturn’s rings — but have you ever heard them? Well then please take this opportunity to play Saturn ‘s rings like a harp .”

— APOD editors, April 24, 2018

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At a glance

Date
April 24, 2018
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , JPL-Caltech , SSI , Cassini ; Sonification: Matt Russo ( SYSTEM Sounds )
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 151 words

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