Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Methane Bubbles Frozen in Lake Baikal

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 29, 2024 is “Methane Bubbles Frozen in Lake Baikal,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Kristina Makeeva). The original explanation runs about 142 words.

A frozen lake is shown that appears quite blue. Many oval light-colored bubbles are frozen into the ice, many times in columns. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Kristina Makeeva Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What are these bubbles frozen into Lake Baikal? Methane .”

— APOD editors, December 29, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 29, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Kristina Makeeva
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 142 words

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