Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 11, 2019

Partial Eclipse over Beijing

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 11, 2019 is “Partial Eclipse over Beijing,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Li Zhaoqi). The original explanation runs about 105 words.

From the explanation

“On January 6 the New Moon rose in silhouette with the Sun seen from northeastern Asia. Near maximum, the dramatic partial solar eclipse is captured in this telephoto view through hazy skies.”

— APOD editors, January 11, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 11, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Li Zhaoqi
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 105 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 11, 2019 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2019-january-11-partial-eclipse-over-beijing

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