Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 22, 2019

HDR: Earth's Circular Shadow on the Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 22, 2019 is “HDR: Earth's Circular Shadow on the Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Cristian Fattinnanzi). The original explanation runs about 189 words.

From the explanation

“What could create such a large circular shadow on the Moon? The Earth.”

— APOD editors, July 22, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 22, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Cristian Fattinnanzi
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 189 words