Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Lunar Dust and Duct Tape
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 14, 2022 is “Lunar Dust and Duct Tape,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: Apollo 17 , NASA. The original explanation runs about 132 words.
From the explanation
“Why is the Moon so dusty? On Earth, rocks are weathered by wind and water, creating soil and sand.”
— APOD editors, December 14, 2022
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- December 14, 2022
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit: Apollo 17 , NASA
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 132 words