Astronomy Picture of the Day: Parker Solar Probe Completes 12th Perihelion

Yesterday, Parker Solar Probe completed its 12th close approach to the Sun, coming within 5.3 million miles of the Sun. It reached speeds of about 364,660 mph – fast enough to cover the distance between Los Angeles and London in under a minute! Learn more: https://t.co/P6GRCeZtbu pic.twitter.com/OWqCcpf0UX

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