Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 9, 2019

Moon Occults Saturn

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 9, 2019 is “Moon Occults Saturn,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Cory Schmitz). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

From the explanation

“Sometimes Saturn disappears. It doesn’t really go away, though, it just disappears from view when our Moon moves in front .”

— APOD editors, April 9, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 9, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Cory Schmitz
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 153 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 9, 2019 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2019-april-9-moon-occults-saturn

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