Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Asteroid Ryugu from Hayabusa2

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 22, 2018 is “Asteroid Ryugu from Hayabusa2,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: ISAS , JAXA ,). The original explanation runs about 191 words.

Asteroid Ryugu from Hayabusa2
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: ISAS , JAXA , Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This big space diamond has an estimated value of over 80 billion dollars. It’s only diamond in shape, though — asteroid 162173 Ryugu is thought to be composed of mostly nickel and iron .”

— APOD editors, August 22, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 22, 2018
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: ISAS , JAXA ,
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 191 words

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