Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 20, 2020

A Volcanic Great Conjunction

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 20, 2020 is “A Volcanic Great Conjunction,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Francisco Sojuel). The original explanation runs about 240 words.

From the explanation

“Where can I see the Great Conjunction? Near where the Sun just set.”

— APOD editors, December 20, 2020

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At a glance

Date: December 20, 2020
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Francisco Sojuel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 240 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 20, 2020 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2020-december-20-a-volcanic-great-conjunction

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