The sky on
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Doomed Star Eta Carinae
Eta Carinae, a massive star in the Keyhole Nebula, is a candidate for a future supernova. It is approximately 100 times the mass of our Sun. About 150 years ago, it experienced a significant outburst, making it one of the brightest stars in the southern sky. This image captures the star and its surrounding nebula.
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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 16 August 2015 M1: The Crab Nebula from Hubble See it as a poster -
Released on 16 August 2020 NGC 6814: Grand Design Spiral Galaxy from Hubble See it as a poster -
Released on 16 August 2010 A snowstorm of distant galaxies See it as a poster -
Released on 16 August 2021 In the Heart of the Furnace See it as a poster -
Released on 16 August 2009 A Laser Strike at the Galactic Center See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 16 AUG 1998 falls under Leo (♌). The sign's window runs from 07-23 through 08-22. Leo is anchored by Regulus, the heart of the Lion, twenty-four parsecs from Earth. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 16 AUG 1998.
Questions about August 16, 1998
What space photo was released on August 16, 1998?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 16, 1998 was "Doomed Star Eta Carinae". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on August 16, 1998?
A last quarter moon, about 38% lit.
What day of the week was August 16, 1998?
August 16, 1998 was a Sunday, day 228 of the 365 days in 1998.
Was there a meteor shower on August 16, 1998?
Yes: the Perseid shower, peaked 3 days ago.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.