Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Total Solar Eclipse Reflected

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 5, 2019 is “A Total Solar Eclipse Reflected,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Thierry Legault). The original explanation runs about 240 words.

A Total Solar Eclipse Reflected
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Thierry Legault Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“If you saw a total solar eclipse, would you do a double-take? One astrophotographer did just that — but it took a lake and a bit of planning.”

— APOD editors, August 5, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 5, 2019
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Thierry Legault
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 240 words

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Source

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