Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Unwrapped: Five Decade Old Lunar Selfie

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 27, 2021 is “Unwrapped: Five Decade Old Lunar Selfie,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , Apollo 11 , Neil Armstrong ; Processing: Michael Ranger. The original explanation runs about 168 words.

The picture shows Neil Armstrong on the Moon in 1969 taking a picture of Aldrin -- created from the reflection of Armstrong in Aldrin's visor. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , Apollo 11 , Neil Armstrong ; Processing: Michael Ranger Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Here is one of the most famous pictures from the Moon — but digitally reversed. Apollo 11 landed on the moon in 1969 and soon thereafter many pictures were taken, including an iconic picture of Buzz Aldrin taken by Neil Armstrong .”

— APOD editors, September 27, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 27, 2021
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , Apollo 11 , Neil Armstrong ; Processing: Michael Ranger
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 168 words

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Source

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