Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Shadows of Mountain and Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 22, 2024 is “Shadows of Mountain and Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Enzo Massa Micon). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

A black and white image of the Moon and a mountain are shown. Both are half lit by the Sun, with the other half shadowed. The half-moon is directly above the mountain peak. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Enzo Massa Micon Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Can the Moon and a mountain really cast similar shadows? Yes, but the division between light and dark does not have to be aligned.”

— APOD editors, January 22, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
January 22, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Enzo Massa Micon
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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Source

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