Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Triangular Prominence Hovers Over the Sun

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 2, 2024 is “A Triangular Prominence Hovers Over the Sun,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Andrea Vanoni). The original explanation runs about 147 words.

The featured image shows the surface of the Sun with a flowing texture in red light. Above the Sun's surface an unusual triangular prominence hovers. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andrea Vanoni Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Why is there a triangle hovering over the Sun? Although the shape is unusual, the type of structure is not: it is part of an evolving solar prominence .”

— APOD editors, September 2, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 2, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andrea Vanoni
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 147 words

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