Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Space Station Silhouette on the Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 6, 2021 is “Space Station Silhouette on the Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Andrew McCarthy). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

The featured image shows a silhouette of the International Space Station -- in great detail -- in front of the Moon. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andrew McCarthy Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What’s that unusual spot on the Moon? It’s the International Space Station .”

— APOD editors, December 6, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 6, 2021
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andrew McCarthy
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 131 words

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The MoonSpace stations

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