The sky on
your birthday.
A Face On Mars
This image, from NASA's Viking 1 orbiter in 1976, shows features in Mars' Cydonia region, including one that looks like a human face. NASA described it as a "rock formation which resembles a human head." While some offered extraordinary explanations, most scientists view this feature as a natural geological formation.
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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 6 April 2015 The crammed centre of Messier 22 See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2015 NGC 3293: A Bright Young Star Cluster See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2014 Fresh Tiger Stripes on Saturn's Enceladus See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2023 Wider view of the Uranian system See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2020 Rings Upon Rings See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 6 APR 1998 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 6 APR 1998.
Questions about April 6, 1998
What space photo was released on April 6, 1998?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 6, 1998 was "A Face On Mars". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on April 6, 1998?
A waxing gibbous moon, about 71% lit.
What day of the week was April 6, 1998?
April 6, 1998 was a Monday, day 96 of the 365 days in 1998.
Is it free?
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