Monday, 31 January 2011

The Glare of the Sun - Apollo 14 at Fra Mauro

This view of Antares, the Apollo 14 Lunar Module as it sat on the moon's Fra Mauro Highlands, reflects a circular flare caused by the brilliant sun. The unusual ball of light was said by the astronauts to have a jewel-like appearance. At extreme left, the lower slope of Cone Crater can be seen.


Image Credit: NASA

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