The sky on
your birthday.
On the Origin of Gold
The origin of gold in our jewelry is still debated. Its abundance in our solar system is higher than what can be explained by the early universe, stars, or typical supernovae. Some astronomers propose that neutron-rich heavy elements like gold are primarily formed in rare, neutron-rich explosions, such as the collision of neutron stars. This image is a computer animation depicting two neutron stars spiraling toward each other.
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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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The Earth on your day The Earth on 5 April 2001 · Empty Quarter, Arabia See it as a poster -
Released on 5 April 2018 Hubble view of the surroundings of a hidden neutron star in the Small Magellanic Cloud See it as a poster -
Released on 5 April 2021 Spiral Snapshot See it as a poster -
Released on 5 April 2017 Filaments of Active Galaxy NGC 1275 See it as a poster -
Released on 5 April 2021 Veil Nebula: Wisps of an Exploded Star See it as a poster -
Released on 5 April 2019 This Is One Mars Rover With MOXIE See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 5 APR 2001 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 5 APR 2001.
Questions about April 5, 2001
What space photo was released on April 5, 2001?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 5, 2001 was "On the Origin of Gold". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on April 5, 2001?
A waxing gibbous moon, about 90% lit.
What day of the week was April 5, 2001?
April 5, 2001 was a Thursday, day 95 of the 365 days in 2001.
What did the Sun and the Earth look like on April 5, 2001?
NASA's Terra satellite photographed the whole Earth that day. It's on this page, next to the card.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.