Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 22, 2019

Lunar Eclipse over Cologne Cathedral

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 22, 2019 is “Lunar Eclipse over Cologne Cathedral,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Junius). The original explanation runs about 182 words.

From the explanation

“Why would a bright full Moon suddenly become dark? Because it entered the shadow of the Earth .”

— APOD editors, January 22, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 22, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Junius
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 182 words