Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Orange Sun Oozing

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 6, 2011 is “Orange Sun Oozing,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Bruno Sánchez-Andrade Nuño et al. ( IAG & MPS , NRL )). The original explanation runs about 166 words.

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From the explanation

“The Sun’s surface keeps changing. The above movie shows how the Sun ‘s surface oozes during a single hour.”

— APOD editors, November 6, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 6, 2011
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Bruno Sánchez-Andrade Nuño et al. ( IAG & MPS , NRL )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 166 words

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