Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 12, 2020

Star Trails of the North and South

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 12, 2020 is “Star Trails of the North and South,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Saeid Parchini). The original explanation runs about 165 words.

From the explanation

“What divides the north from the south? It all has to do with the spin of the Earth .”

— APOD editors, February 12, 2020

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At a glance

Date: February 12, 2020
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Saeid Parchini
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 165 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 12, 2020 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2020-february-12-star-trails-of-the-north-and-south

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