Sharmila Kuthunur is a Seattle-based science journalist covering astronomy, astrophysics and space exploration. Follow her on X @skuthunur.
Jam packed issues filled with the latest cutting-edge research, technology and theories delivered in an entertaining and visually stunning way, aiming to educate and inspire readers of all agesThe visible surface of the sun, taken by Solar Orbiter on March 22, 2023. Sunspots are seen as holes in the otherwise smooth surface.The Solar Orbiter spacecraft has sent home the highest resolution images of the sun's surface to date, providing fresh views of our well-studied star.
"The sun's magnetic field is key to understanding the dynamic nature of our home star from the smallest to the largest scales," Daniel Müller, the ESA project scientist for This velocity map, also called a 'tachogram', shows the line-of-sight speed and direction of movement of material at the Sun's visible surface. Blue regions are moving towards the spacecraft and red regions are moving away. While the map clearly shows the sun's rotation about its axis, it also shows how material is flung out around sunspots.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
See the sun revealed in stunning glory by Solar Orbiter picturesThe best pictures we have of the sun yet have been delivered thanks to the Solar Orbiter spacecraft
Read more »
Seattle Seahawks Fans Draw Humorous Comparisons to Seattle MarinersFor Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Mariners fans, laughter seems to be the best medicine.
Read more »
2 SPD officers shot at during pursuit in North SeattleTwo Seattle police officers were shot at during a pursuit in North Seattle Monday afternoon.
Read more »
Bullet comes within inches of toddlers head in Northeast Seattle shootingSeattle detectives are investigating a Northeast Seattle shooting that nearly killed a toddler Thursday afternoon.
Read more »
No injuries reported in West Seattle house fireSeattle firefighters responded to a house fire next to the West Seattle Golf Course Monday night.
Read more »
'Superluminous' nova from rare stellar duo spotted in Milky Way's galactic neighborSharmila Kuthunur is a Seattle-based science journalist covering astronomy, astrophysics and space exploration. Follow her on X skuthunur.
Read more »