Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Solar Minimum versus Solar Maximum

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 11, 2023 is “Solar Minimum versus Solar Maximum,” a video. It is credited to Video Credit: NASA , SDO , SVS. The original explanation runs about 146 words.

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From the explanation

“The surface of our Sun is constantly changing. Some years it is quiet, showing relatively few sunspots and active regions.”

— APOD editors, December 11, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 11, 2023
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Video Credit: NASA , SDO , SVS
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 146 words

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