Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 15, 2018

Geminids and Friends

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 15, 2018 is “Geminids and Friends,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López ( El Cielo de Canarias )). The original explanation runs about 174 words.

From the explanation

“From a radiant in the constellation of the Twins, the annual Geminid meteor shower rained down on our fair planet this week. This beautiful skyscape collects about 70 of Gemini’s lovely shooting stars in a digital composition made from multiple exposures.”

— APOD editors, December 15, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 15, 2018
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López ( El Cielo de Canarias )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 174 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 15, 2018 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2018-december-15-geminids-and-friends

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