Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Orange Sun Scintillating
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 15, 2011 is “Orange Sun Scintillating,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Alan Friedman ( Averted Imagination )). The original explanation runs about 165 words.
From the explanation
“Our Sun is becoming a busy place. Taken just last week, the Sun was captured sporting numerous interesting features including one of the larger sunspot groups yet recorded: AR 1339 visible on the image right.”
— APOD editors, November 15, 2011
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- November 15, 2011
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alan Friedman ( Averted Imagination )
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 165 words