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NASA's ESCAPADE Snaps Family Portrait of Earth, Moon

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NASA's ESCAPADE spacecraft has captured a stunning family portrait of Earth and the Moon, showcasing the two celestial bodies in a rare alignment.

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NASA's ESCAPADE Snaps Family Portrait of Earth, Moon

NASA's ESCAPADE spacecraft has captured a stunning family portrait of Earth and the Moon, showcasing the two celestial bodies in a rare alignment. The image was taken on July 1, when one of the spacecraft's cameras captured a photo of the Earth and Moon together. The image is a rare occurrence, as the Earth and Moon are typically not aligned in the same way. The ESCAPADE spacecraft is designed to study the Earth's magnetic field and the solar wind, and the image is a bonus for scientists. The image has been hailed as a 'stunning' achievement by NASA officials.

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