Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Leaky Solar Prominence

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 26, 2025 is “A Leaky Solar Prominence,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Video Credit & Copyright: Andrea Girones). The original explanation runs about 166 words.

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From the explanation

“What’s hovering above the Sun? A solar prominence .”

— APOD editors, August 26, 2025

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At a glance

Date
August 26, 2025
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Video Credit & Copyright: Andrea Girones
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 166 words

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