Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
A Volcano of Fire under a Milky Way of Stars
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 27, 2019 is “A Volcano of Fire under a Milky Way of Stars,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Diego Rizzo). The original explanation runs about 188 words.
From the explanation
“Sometimes it’s hard to decide which is more impressive — the land or the sky. On the land of the featured image , for example, the Volcano of Fire ( Volcn de Fuego ) is seen erupting topped by red-hot, wind-blown ash and with streams of glowing lava running down its side.”
— APOD editors, May 27, 2019
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 27, 2019
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Diego Rizzo
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 188 words