Week 36 at the Pole

By Jean DeMerit — Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - 5:15am
Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - 5:15am

Capturing unbelievable pictures at the Pole
B. Kuo Tiong, Icecube/NSF

Sky-watchers around the world were anticipating this close encounter of celestial objects last week. It was the conjunction of the moon and Venus, and the South Pole was a great place to capture a shot. Check out some other photos from the week—the conjunction, snow drifts, and glowing horizon. Nice scenery, whether you’re just watching the sky or launching balloons.

The conjunction, looks like a classic candy cane wrapped pole you would see in Christmas movies.
F. Pedreros, Icecube/NSF

Snowdrift close up with horizon in the back.

NSF/B. Kuo Tiong

Snow drift close up with lab in the background.

NSF/B. Kuo Tiong

Lab, with a cool lighting.

NSF/B. Kuo Tiong

Launching balloon.
F. Pedreros, Icecube/NSF

 

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