Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
A View from Earth's Shadow
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 20, 2022 is “A View from Earth's Shadow,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Maxime Oudoux). The original explanation runs about 103 words.
From the explanation
“This serene sand and skyscape finds the Dune of Pilat on the coast of France still in Earth’s shadow during the early morning hours of May 16. Extending into space, the planet’s dark umbral shadow covered the Moon on that date.”
— APOD editors, May 20, 2022
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 20, 2022
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Maxime Oudoux
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 103 words