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NGC 1569: Starburst in a Small Galaxy
Small, irregular galaxies also form stars, as seen in NGC 1569, which is undergoing a burst of star-forming activity. This dwarf galaxy's turbulent environment is fueled by supernova explosions, which spew out material and trigger further star formation. The burst is thought to have begun over 25 million years ago.
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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 February 2004 · Eye of the Sahara, Mauritania See it as a poster -
Released on 5 February 2013 The Cosmic Hearth See it as a poster -
Released on 5 February 2009 Wide-field view of the Coma Galaxy Cluster (ground-based image) See it as a poster -
Released on 5 February 2009 Unusual spiral NGC 4921 in the Coma Galaxy Cluster See it as a poster -
Released on 5 February 2008 NGC 1132 in visible and X-Ray See it as a poster -
Released on 5 February 2008 NGC 1132 wide-field (ground-based image) See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 5 FEB 2004 falls under Aquarius (♒). The sign's window runs from 01-20 through 02-18. Aquarius is home to the Helix Nebula, the closest planetary nebula to Earth. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 5 FEB 2004.
Questions about February 5, 2004
What space photo was released on February 5, 2004?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 5, 2004 was "NGC 1569: Starburst in a Small Galaxy". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on February 5, 2004?
A full moon, about 100% lit.
What day of the week was February 5, 2004?
February 5, 2004 was a Thursday, day 36 of the 366 days in 2004.
What did the Sun and the Earth look like on February 5, 2004?
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.