Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

Today's Picture: June 22, 1995

The Earth from Apollo 17
Picture Credit: NASA, Apollo 17, NSSDC

Explanation: In 1972 Astronauts on the United States's last lunar mission, Apollo 17, took this picture looking back at the Earth on their way to the moon. The continents of Antarctica and Africa are visible below the delicate wisps of white clouds.

For more information see NASA NSSDC press release.

Tomorrow's picture: Gamma Ray All Sky Map

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