Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Monster Solar Prominence

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 1, 2023 is “Monster Solar Prominence,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Mike Wenz). The original explanation runs about 152 words.

The edge of the Sun is shown sporting a large gaseous prominence that looks like a science-fiction alien. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mike Wenz Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The monsters that live on the Sun are not like us. They are larger than the Earth and made of gas hotter than in any teapot .”

— APOD editors, August 1, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 1, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mike Wenz
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 152 words

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Source

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