Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Atmospheric Ring of Venus
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 8, 2020 is “Atmospheric Ring of Venus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Pete Lawrence ( Digital Sky )). The original explanation runs about 182 words.
From the explanation
“Why is Venus surrounded by a bright ring? Sometimes called a ring of fire , this rare ring is caused by the Sun’s light being visible all around an object.”
— APOD editors, June 8, 2020
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- June 8, 2020
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Pete Lawrence ( Digital Sky )
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 182 words