A stunning three-panel image showcasing the night sky above three of Earth's most prominent mountains: Mount Everest (partially clouded), Mauna Kea (with observatories), and Chimborazo (under the Milky Way). The image highlights the varying perspectives of Earth's highest points, emphasizing Chimborazo's unique position as the furthest point from Earth's core, making its summit the closest point on the planet's surface to the stars.

Astronomy Picture from 25/02/2016

Highest, Tallest, and Closest to the Stars

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap160225.html


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Hawaii's Mauna Kea volcano is actually the tallest mountain on Earth when measured from its base. While Mauna Kea's summit stands at 4,205 meters (13,796 feet) above sea level, its base lies about 6,000 meters (19,700 feet) below the Pacific Ocean. #science #sciencefacts #maunakea #tallestmountain

Hawaii's Mauna Kea volcano is actually the tallest mountain on Earth when measured from its base. While Mauna Kea's summit stands at 4,205 meters (13,796 feet) above sea level, its base lies about 6,000 meters (19,700 feet) below the Pacific Ocean.

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