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                           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.   
      
                                   2024 August 5   
      A starry sky is seen above a structure with an iconic dome. A person in   
       shadow stands at the entrance. Sloping down in the sky is the central   
      band of our Milky Way Galaxy. Just below the Milky Way is the streak of   
           a bright meteor. Please see the explanation for more detailed   
                                   information.   
      
                              Milky Way Over Tunisia   
                     Image Credit & Copyright: Makrem Larnaout   
      
      Explanation: That's no moon. On the ground, that's the Lars Homestead   
      in Tunisia. And that's not just any galaxy. That's the central band of   
      our own Milky Way galaxy. Last, that's not just any meteor. It is a   
      bright fireball likely from last year's Perseids meteor shower. The   
      featured image composite combines consecutive exposures taken by the   
      same camera from the same location. This year's Perseids peak during   
      the coming weekend is expected to show the most meteors after the first   
      quarter moon sets, near midnight. To best experience a meteor shower,   
      you should have clear and dark skies, a comfortable seat, and patience.   
      
                           Tomorrow's picture: wow cloud   
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