Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Landspout Tornado over Kansas

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 29, 2023 is “A Landspout Tornado over Kansas,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Brad Hannon). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

A funnel cloud is shown, but inside what appears to be a wider funnel cloud. A blue sky with a few white clouds is seen in the background, while flat plains are seen in the foreground. Please see the explanation for more detailed informatio
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Brad Hannon Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Could there be a tornado inside another tornado? In general, no.”

— APOD editors, November 29, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 29, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Brad Hannon
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 145 words

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