The sky on
your birthday.
Unexpected X-rays from Comet Hyakutake
In a surprising discovery, the ROSAT satellite detected X-rays from Comet Hyakutake on March 27, 1996. This was the first time X-rays had been observed from a comet. Repeated observations showed the X-ray brightness changed over just a few hours. The crescent shape of the X-ray emission also puzzled astronomers.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 11 April 2011 Arcade adventure for young stars See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2003 Gusev Crater See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2024 Wide-field view of the region of the sky around the nebula NGC 6164/6165 See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2019 The moon is photographed in its first quarter phase just above the Earth's limb as the International Space Station See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2024 The Pinacate Peaks (at center), a group of volcanic peaks in the Mexican state of Sonora just north of the Gulf See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 11 APR 1996 falls under Aries (♈). The sign's window runs from 03-21 through 04-19. Aries is the constellation traditionally tied to spring's arrival in the northern hemisphere. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 11 APR 1996.
Questions about April 11, 1996
What space photo was released on April 11, 1996?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 11, 1996 was "Unexpected X-rays from Comet Hyakutake". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on April 11, 1996?
A last quarter moon, about 44% lit.
What day of the week was April 11, 1996?
April 11, 1996 was a Thursday, day 102 of the 366 days in 1996.
Is it free?
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