Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Analemma of the Moon
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 7, 2020 is “Analemma of the Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Gyorgy Soponyai). The original explanation runs about 171 words.
From the explanation
“An analemma is that figure-8 curve you get when you mark the position of the Sun at the same time each day for one year. But the trick to imaging an analemma of the Moon is to wait bit longer.”
— APOD editors, May 7, 2020
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 7, 2020
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Gyorgy Soponyai
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 171 words