Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Superplumes Inside Earth

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 4, 2026 is “Superplumes Inside Earth,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit & License: Sanne Cottaar via Wikimedia Commons. The original explanation runs about 125 words.

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From the explanation

“Why are there huge, unusual masses inside the Earth? No one is sure.”

— APOD editors, May 4, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 4, 2026
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & License: Sanne Cottaar via Wikimedia Commons
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 125 words

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Source

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