Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Ring of Fire over Easter Island

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 11, 2024 is “Ring of Fire over Easter Island,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Yuri Beletsky ( Carnegie Las Campanas Observatory , TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 156 words.

Ring of Fire over Easter Island
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Yuri Beletsky ( Carnegie Las Campanas Observatory , TWAN ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The second solar eclipse of 2024 began in the Pacific.”

— APOD editors, October 11, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 11, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Yuri Beletsky ( Carnegie Las Campanas Observatory , TWAN )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 156 words

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