Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 4, 2014

Sun and Prominence

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 4, 2014 is “Sun and Prominence,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: jp-Brahic). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

From the explanation

“Dramatic prominences can sometimes be seen looming just beyond the edge of the sun. Such was the case last week as a large prominence, visible above , highlighted a highly active recent Sun.”

— APOD editors, March 4, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 4, 2014
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: jp-Brahic
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 153 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 4, 2014 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2014-march-4-sun-and-prominence

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