Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Solar Corona Unwrapped

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 5, 2024 is “The Solar Corona Unwrapped,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Peter Ward ( Barden Ridge Observatory )). The original explanation runs about 144 words.

The Solar Corona Unwrapped
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Peter Ward ( Barden Ridge Observatory ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Changes in the alluring solar corona are detailed in this creative composite image mapping the dynamic outer atmosphere of the Sun during two separate total solar eclipses.”

— APOD editors, April 5, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 5, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Peter Ward ( Barden Ridge Observatory )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 144 words

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Source

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