Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A February without Sunspots

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 6, 2019 is “A February without Sunspots,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Images Credit & Copyright: Alan Friedman ( Averted Imagination )). The original explanation runs about 171 words.

A February without Sunspots
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From the explanation

“Where have all the sunspots gone? Last month the total number of spots that crossed our Sun was … zero .”

— APOD editors, March 6, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 6, 2019
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Images Credit & Copyright: Alan Friedman ( Averted Imagination )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 171 words

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