Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Pluto in True Color

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 28, 2024 is “Pluto in True Color,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , JHU APL , SwRI ; Processing: Alex Parker. The original explanation runs about 152 words.

The minor planet Pluto is shown up close, as seen by the passing New Horizons spacecraft, and in true color. Pluto is a complex mix of beige regions and some dark brown regions. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , JHU APL , SwRI ; Processing: Alex Parker Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What color is Pluto, really? It took some effort to figure out.”

— APOD editors, January 28, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
January 28, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , JHU APL , SwRI ; Processing: Alex Parker
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 152 words

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