The sky on
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IC 443: Supernova Remnant and Neutron Star
IC 443 is a supernova remnant, the glowing aftermath of a massive star's explosion. This composite image shows it radiating across the spectrum, from radio to optical to x-ray energies. The peculiar aspect of IC 443 is the apparent motion of its dense neutron star, the collapsed core of the exploded star.
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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 2 June 2006 · Colorado Plateau See it as a poster -
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Released on 2 June 2011 Endeavour's Starry Night See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 2 JUN 2006 falls under Gemini (♊). The sign's window runs from 05-21 through 06-20. Gemini is named for the twin stars Castor and Pollux, both bright enough to spot without a telescope. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 2 JUN 2006.
Questions about June 2, 2006
What space photo was released on June 2, 2006?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 2, 2006 was "IC 443: Supernova Remnant and Neutron Star". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on June 2, 2006?
A first quarter moon, about 34% lit.
What day of the week was June 2, 2006?
June 2, 2006 was a Friday, day 153 of the 365 days in 2006.
What did the Sun and the Earth look like on June 2, 2006?
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.