Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Sun Rotating

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 12, 2014 is “The Sun Rotating,” a video. It is credited to Video Credit: SDO , NASA ; Digital Composition: Kevin Gill ( Apoapsys ). The original explanation runs about 208 words.

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From the explanation

“Does the Sun change as it rotates? Yes, and the changes can vary from subtle to dramatic.”

— APOD editors, March 12, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 12, 2014
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Video Credit: SDO , NASA ; Digital Composition: Kevin Gill ( Apoapsys )
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 208 words

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