Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Mars Opposition
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 27, 2018 is “Mars Opposition,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: NASA , ESA , and STScI). The original explanation runs about 157 words.
From the explanation
“Look opposite the Sun in the sky tonight and you’ll see Mars at its brightest . Also within days of its closest approach Mars rises at sunset, near its brightest and best for telescopic observers too, except for the dust storm still blanketing the Red Planet.”
— APOD editors, July 27, 2018
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- July 27, 2018
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: NASA , ESA , and STScI
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 157 words