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Earth at night
Earth at night. Computer artwork of the Earth at night, centred on Europe. Lights (yellow) mark the major European population centres and the main cities, as well as those of North Africa and parts of Asia. The Moon is at upper left. The Earth rotates from west to east (here, left to right), which causes the rising and setting of the Sun in the sky. Here, a thin crescent (left) shows the dusk terminator, the line separating day from night. As the Earth rotates, Europe will move towards the dawn terminator (not seen), where the Sun will be seen rising in the east at the start of a new day. The bright band emerging from behind the Earth is part of our view of the Milky Way galaxy from the inside
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This stunning computer artwork captures the beauty of Earth at night, with a focus on Europe. The vibrant yellow lights represent major population centers and cities across Europe, as well as parts of North Africa and Asia. The Moon gracefully shines in the upper left corner, adding to the mesmerizing scene. As our planet rotates from west to east, we witness the rising and setting of the Sun. A thin crescent on the left side signifies the dusk terminator, marking the line that separates day from night. In this image, Europe is moving towards the dawn terminator (not visible), where a new day will begin with a breathtaking sunrise in the east. The bright band emerging behind Earth offers us a glimpse into our view of the Milky Way galaxy from within. It serves as a reminder of our place in an expansive universe filled with wonders beyond imagination. This print not only showcases Earth's natural beauty but also highlights human civilization through city lights that dot its surface. However, it also brings attention to light pollution caused by these urban areas. With its rounded shape and circular patterns created by city lights, this artwork encapsulates both geographical and astronomical elements. It serves as a powerful illustration of our planet's interconnectedness with space and invites contemplation about humanity's impact on Earth's delicate balance.
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