Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 21, 2023

Comet ZTF over Yosemite Falls

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 21, 2023 is “Comet ZTF over Yosemite Falls,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tara Mostofi). The original explanation runs about 144 words.

A comet with a green head and extended tails is seen above a high water fall. In the night sky field just above the falls, an orange dot -- the star Kochab -- is visible. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tara Mostofi Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“They are both falling. The water in Yosemite Falls , California , USA , is falling toward the Earth.”

— APOD editors, February 21, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 21, 2023
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tara Mostofi
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 144 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 21, 2023 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2023-february-21-comet-ztf-over-yosemite-falls

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