Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 6, 2008

Sunspot in the Old Solar Cycle

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 6, 2008 is “Sunspot in the Old Solar Cycle,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Greg Piepol). The original explanation runs about 144 words.

From the explanation

“A new cycle has begun on our Sun. Over the past year, the Sun’s magnetic field has reset and now a new 11 year period is beginning.”

— APOD editors, February 6, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 6, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Greg Piepol
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 144 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 6, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-february-6-sunspot-in-the-old-solar-cycle

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