Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 22, 2005

Albert Einstein's Miraculous Year

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 22, 2005 is “Albert Einstein's Miraculous Year,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Greg Piepol). The original explanation runs about 184 words.

From the explanation

“In 1905 Albert Einstein had a miraculous year . One hundred years ago, he wrote four papers which revolutionized our understanding of the Universe.”

— APOD editors, April 22, 2005

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At a glance

Date: April 22, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Greg Piepol
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 184 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 22, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-april-22-albert-einsteins-miraculous-year

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