Photosphere Collection

The Great Comet of 1882
5307498 The Great Comet of 1882.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting The Great Comet of 1882, formally designated C/1882 R1, 1882 II, and 1882b, was a comet which became very bright in September 1882)

Splendid solar spectacles visible from the moon (colour litho)
7183105 Splendid solar spectacles visible from the moon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Splendid solar spectacles visible from the moon)

Diagram showing the formation of a sun-spot (litho)
6004833 Diagram showing the formation of a sun-spot (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diagram showing the formation of a sun-spot)

360 degree panoramic photosphere of a Beech wood, Buckholt forest, Glos, UK

A gigantic UFO venting plasma from the Sun

The sun with a colorful aura surrounding it

Full Sun with lots of sunspots and active regions in 3D
December 4, 2011 - High resolution image of the Sun with lots of sunspots and active regions in exquisite detail. The Sun appears rounded

H-alpha Sun in red with sunspot

An M8. 7 class flare erupts on the Suns surface
January 22, 2012 -An M8.7 class flare erupts on the Suns surface, an earth-directed coronal mass ejection (CME), and a burst of fast moving

H-alpha full Sun in red color with active areas and filaments

Total eclipse of the Sun
Full moon passing in front of the Sun creating a total eclipse

Close-up of a solar eruptive prominence
March 30, 2010 - Close-up of a solar eruptive prominence as seen in extreme UV light

Close-up view of a massive X2. 2 solar flare erupts on the Sun
February 15, 2011 - Active region 1158 let loose with an X2.2 flare, the largest flare since 2006, and the biggest flare so far in Solar Cycle 24

Solar eclipse with prominences and diamond ring effect, Queensland, Australia

A cutaway view of the sun, showing its different parts and the currents that flow within it

Total solar eclipse taken near Carberry, Manitoba, Canada
February 26, 1979 - Total solar eclipse taken near Carberry, Manitoba, Canada

H-alpha-Sun Promimence

H-alpha Sun with solar prominences

The first diamond ring during the total eclipse of the Sun
November 14, 2012 - The first diamond ring during the total eclipse of the Sun, Queensland, Australia

An artists depiction of a blue dwarf star. Blue Dwarf stars are the hypothetical stage between a red dwarf and a white dwarf

Full Sun showing coronal mass ejection
June 7, 2011 - An M-2 flare occurred on the Sun which released a very large coronal mass ejection (CME). At this wavelength, very little of the ejected material is visible

An intensity M8. 7 solar flare on the Suns surface
January 23, 2012 - An intensity M8.7 solar flare on the Suns surface. A stream of solar material is seen flowing off into space above the hot spot, likely solar protons and a coronal mass ejection

Two solar prominences erupt from the Sun
January 28, 2011 - Two solar prominences erupt from the Sun

Spring eclipse as viewed from the Solar Dynamics Observatory. Unlike the crisp shadow one sees on the sun during a lunar eclipse, Earths shadow has a variegated edge due to its atmosphere

Illustration of the sun with visible dark sunspots on the surface, prominences and some solar wind blowing off at the right. Mercury is the white dot, in scale, to the right

The turbulent surface of our Sun, showing prominences, sunspots and other features

A M-2 solar flare with coronal mass ejection
June 7, 2011 - The Sun unleashes an M-2 (medium-sized) solar flare with a spectacular coronal mass ejection. The large cloud of particles mushroomed up

An artists depiction of a solar eclipse. The moon obscures the sun with the suns corona still visible. Lens flares from light passing through the camera lens are also illustrated

Solar activity on the Sun
February 17, 2011 - Solar activity on the Sun. An X-class solar flare erupts from the suns active region. X-flares are the strongest type of solar flare

Illustration showing the various parts that make up the sun

Magnetic field lines on the Sun
February 17, 2011 - Magnetic field lines on the Sun

H-alpha Sun prominence

The second diamond ring during the total eclipse of the Sun
November 14, 2012 - The second diamond ring during the total eclipse of the Sun, Queensland, Australia

Yellow Sun with solar prominences

H-alpha Sun in orange with active area

A dark rift in the suns atmosphere known as a coronal hole
An ultraviolet image of a dark rift in the suns atmosphere, known as a coronal hole. This is a vast region where the sunas magnetic field has opened up and allowed the solar wind to escape

Coronal holes on the Sun
January 20, 2013 - Image of the Sun in extreme ultraviolet light captures a heart-shaped dark coronal hole. Coronal holes are areas of the Suns surface that are the source of open magnetic field

H-alpha Sun with active area

Total solar eclipse
March 29, 2006 - Total solar eclipse from Libya

Solar Eclipse with diamond ring effect, Queensland, Australia

Close-up of an Animus Majoris solar system Sun and its planets

Red dwarf Sun floating through space

A massive X-class solar flare erupts on the Sun
February 15, 2011 - Active region 1158 let loose with an X2.2 flare, the largest flare since 2006, and the biggest flare so far in Solar Cycle 24

A solar eclipses partially shades the Earth below while the emerging sun lights the remainder of the planet

H-alpha Sun with sunspots and solar prominences

Solar prominence. A prominence is a large, bright feature extending outward from the Suns surface, often in a loop shape. Prominences are anchored to the Suns surface in the photosphere

Sunspot, artwork C017 / 7364
Sunspot. Computer artwork of a section of the Suns surface, showing a sunspot (dark, centre-left). Sunspots are temporary dark areas that appear on the photosphere (outer surface) of the Sun

Solar structure, artwork C017 / 7363
Solar structure. Cutaway computer artwork showing the structure of the Sun. At the Suns core (centre) hydrogen atoms undergo nuclear fusion

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Photosphere: A Kaleidoscope of Solar Wonders" Step into a world beyond our reach, where splendid solar spectacles paint the cosmos with vibrant hues. From the moon's vantage point, witness the mesmerizing colors of our star in a breathtaking colour litho. Delve deeper into this celestial realm as a diagram unveils the intricate formation of sunspots, mysterious dark patches that dance upon its fiery surface. Marvel at these enigmatic phenomena and ponder their significance in unraveling the secrets of our Sun. Embark on an immersive journey through Buckholt forest in Glos, UK, where a 360-degree panoramic photosphere captures nature's harmonious fusion with cosmic radiance. Behold as sunlight filters through towering beech trees, illuminating every leaf and creating an ethereal ambiance. But amidst this serene beauty lies an astonishing sight – a gigantic UFO venting plasma from our mighty Sun. Witness this extraterrestrial encounter and contemplate its implications for life beyond Earth. Solar activity pulsates relentlessly on the Sun's surface, captivating astronomers' gaze time and again. Observe explosive flares erupting like fireworks against its luminous backdrop while magnetic field lines weave an intricate tapestry across its fiery expanse. The Sun itself dons a colorful aura that transcends imagination – a radiant halo encircling its brilliance. This awe-inspiring phenomenon reminds us of nature's ability to astound us even within familiar realms. Intriguingly rendered in three-dimensional splendor, witness full sun glory adorned with countless sunspots and active regions bustling with energy. These dynamic features serve as windows into understanding our star's ever-changing temperament. Through H-alpha lenses tinged in red hues, explore another facet of solar majesty as sunspots take center stage against their glowing canvas. Delve deep into their mysteries and unlock clues about the inner workings of our celestial powerhouse. Finally, witness the explosive might of an M8.