Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 1, 2020

Solis Lacus: The Eye of Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 1, 2020 is “Solis Lacus: The Eye of Mars,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach). The original explanation runs about 187 words.

From the explanation

“As telescopes around planet Earth watch, Mars is growing brighter in night skies, approaching its 2020 opposition on October 13. Mars looks like it’s watching too in this view of the Red Planet from September 22.”

— APOD editors, October 1, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 1, 2020
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 187 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 1, 2020 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2020-october-1-solis-lacus-the-eye-of-mars

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