Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 1, 2018

Mars Approach

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 1, 2018 is “Mars Approach,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach , Chilescope team). The original explanation runs about 147 words.

From the explanation

“Since the distance from Earth to Mars changes drastically as the planets orbit the Sun, Mars’ appearance changes dramaticaly. Mars is bright now, and it’s getting closer and brighter still as it orbits toward its 2018 opposition and closest approach to Earth in late July.”

— APOD editors, June 1, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 1, 2018
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach , Chilescope team
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 147 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 1, 2018 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2018-june-1-mars-approach

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