Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Driveway Analemma

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 4, 2024 is “Driveway Analemma,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Video Credit & Copyright: Nick Wright). The original explanation runs about 162 words.

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From the explanation

“Does the Sun return to the same spot on the sky every day? No.”

— APOD editors, December 4, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 4, 2024
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Video Credit & Copyright: Nick Wright
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 162 words

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