Plasma Collection (page 3)

Comet Garradd

Stars and gases collide to form this spacial phenomenon

A red giant star system

A binary star system
A binary star is a system where two stars orbit a common center of mass and sometimes can engulf their neighbor

Cosmic seascape on another world

NGC 3603, a hot young star cluster in the Milky Way. massive newborn stars. The massive stars in the center of the cluster triggered the formation of younger stars in the halo

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

Artists rendering of NGC 1977, a reflection nebula also called The Running Man Galaxy and near the Orion Nebula

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

Artists concept of a planet passing in front of a Sun-like star it orbits
An artists depiction of a planet passing in front of the star it orbits from a distant perspective. The event is known as a transit

Cloud and star remnants after a supernova explosion

A shooting star radiates out from a black hole in the center of a galaxy

A colorful nebula shines bright with star making in its clouds

A starship from Earth with ion drive propulsion explores the cosmos

Cosmic image of solar flares hiting the moon

A huge sun encircled by an energy field orbits near a black hole in space

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

An alien planet and its moon illuminated by the glow of nebula gas clouds
An alien planet and its moon illuminated by its Sun and the glow of vibrant nebula gas clouds

A galaxy out in space has reddish orange swirls in its core
A beautiful galaxy out in space has reddish orange swirls in its core

Cosmic image of a giant gaseous ringed planet

A spacecraft flys over another world

Artists concept of an aurora on Jupiters north pole
This is how auroras on Jupiters north pole might look from a distance of about a quarter million miles. On the Sunlit side can be seen churning clouds of ammonia ice, ammonium hydrosulfide

Bright sun shining in the universe with starry background

Blushing Nebula
A nebula is composed of stellar dust, gas, plasma rays, stars and surrounding planets

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

Cosmic forces out in space

Evolution of planet building with surrounding cosmic dust and electrical charges
The evolution of planet building with surrounding gases and dust with electrical charges

A scene on Jupiters moon, Io, the most volcanic body in the solar system

Beautiful stars, black holes and nebulae make up this cosmic image of the universe

Vertical rings surround the planet of Uranus

A distant part of space filled with stars, planets, nebulae and remote galaxies

Solar winds hit a ringed planet with charged particles and gases

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

Cosmic space image of a nebula in the universe

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

Leftover remnants from a supernova explosion

Artists concept of a black hole in space
A black hole is a region of warped space that prevents anything from escaping, including light

An asteroid hits a moon near to this planet out in the cosmos

This cosmic phenomenon is a whirlwind in space

The Omega Nebula, also known as the Swan Nebula, Messier 17 or NGC 6618, is an H II region of glowing gas and plasma in the constellation Sagittarius

A nebula forms gossamer cobweb like strands in the cosmos

An Earth-like planet and its moon hover near a blue nebula with twin galaxies near its center

The death of an alien solar system as its Sun goes supernova

One denser star using its gravity to engulf another nearby star
The act of one denser star using its gravity to engulf another nearby star is called stellar cannibalism

A giant black hole at the center of a galaxy gobbles up entire stars that venture too close to it

Alien planets located in a vast colorful gaseous nebula

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Plasma, the fourth state of matter, is a captivating and enigmatic substance that holds immense significance in various fields of science. From fusion research to its mesmerizing presence in the cosmos, plasma continues to intrigue scientists and astronomers alike. In fusion research, plasma plays a pivotal role as it is the key element for achieving controlled nuclear fusion reactions. The tokamak device stands at the forefront of this research, harnessing extreme temperatures and magnetic fields to confine and control plasma within a toroidal shape. Beyond Earth's boundaries, plasma manifests itself in spectacular spacial phenomena. One such phenomenon is solar prominence - massive eruptions of hot plasma from the Sun's surface into space. These breathtaking displays showcase the sheer power and beauty of this energetic state of matter. Another intriguing manifestation can be seen in the form of a plasma disc surrounding certain celestial objects like black holes or neutron stars. This swirling mass emits intense radiation while exhibiting unique properties that continue to fascinate astronomers studying these cosmic wonders. Advancements in fusion research have led to groundbreaking projects like ITER - an international collaboration aiming to build the world's largest experimental fusion reactor. This ambitious endeavor seeks to replicate conditions found within stars by utilizing superheated plasmas confined by powerful magnetic fields. Closer home, solar activity provides us with awe-inspiring images captured by spacecraft like SDO (Solar Dynamics Observatory). These images reveal intricate details showcasing dynamic processes occurring on our nearest star’s surface – all thanks to vibrant plasmas dancing across its fiery atmosphere. Interestingly, even within our own bodies we find traces of plasma-like behavior. Computer artwork depicting red blood cells showcases their fluidic nature reminiscent of charged particles moving through electromagnetic fields – akin to how plasmas behave under similar conditions. Furthermore, elemental analysis techniques rely on ionized gases or plasmas for accurate measurements across various scientific disciplines including chemistry and materials science. By subjecting samples to high-energy discharges or intense heat, scientists can unravel the elemental composition of matter with remarkable precision.