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Mars at the Moon's Edge

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 15, 2020 is “Mars at the Moon's Edge,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Sergio Scauso). The original explanation runs about 151 words.

Mars at the Moon's Edge
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sergio Scauso Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Does the Moon ever block out Mars? Yes, the Moon occasionally moves in front of all of the Solar System ‘s planets.”

— APOD editors, August 15, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 15, 2020
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sergio Scauso
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 151 words

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Source

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