Artwork of the sun with a solar flare
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Artwork of the sun with a solar flare
Solar flare. Artwork of the whole Sun with a solar flare (at top right). Solar flares are eruptions caused by an escape of cool, dense, ionised gas from the low-level magnetic fields which normally confine it. A flare typically attains its maximum brilliance in a few minutes before fading over an hour. They typically cover an area of up to several hundred million square kilometres. The gas in the flare may stream away from the Sun to form part of the solar wind. Other features seen here include sunspots (dark blobs), filaments (areas of rising gas), fibrils (dark threads) and faculae (bright patches). These are caused by variations in the local magnetic field
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This stunning artwork captures the magnificence of the sun, adorned with a mesmerizing solar flare at its top right. The sun, our radiant star, is depicted in all its glory alongside this awe-inspiring eruption caused by the escape of cool, dense, ionized gas from magnetic fields that typically confine it. In just a matter of minutes, the flare reaches its peak brilliance before gradually fading over an hour. Stretching across several hundred million square kilometers, these flares showcase their immense scale and power. As they occur, streams of gas may even be propelled away from the sun to form part of the solar wind. This image also reveals other captivating features such as dark sunspots resembling blobs and rising areas of gas known as filaments. Dark threads called fibrils and bright patches called faculae are also visible due to variations in the local magnetic field. Through this remarkable illustration blending artistry and scientific accuracy, we gain a deeper appreciation for our active solar system and its intricate workings. It serves as a reminder that beyond our planet lies an expansive universe filled with cosmic wonders waiting to be explored. This print from Science Photo Library encapsulates both beauty and knowledge while offering us a glimpse into the fascinating world of astronomy and cosmology.
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