Full Sun Collection

Sun

A gigantic UFO venting plasma from the Sun

Solar Flare

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

Magnificent Coronal Mass Ejection erupts on the Sun
On August 31, 2012 a long filament of solar material that had been hovering in the suns atmosphere, the corona, erupted out into space

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

Artists concept of a massive planet in very close orbit around its star
An artists depiction of a massive planet in very close orbit around its star

Venus transiting in front of the Sun
Venus is seen transiting the Sun as a dark spot on the middle/upper part of the solar disc. The dark streaks in front of the lower solar disc are clouds passing by

2012 Transit of Venus moving across the face of the Sun

Solar eclipse over Africa

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

Abstract image of the Sun

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

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

Bright sun shining in the universe with starry background

Partial eclipse of the Sun
Full moon passing in front of the Sun creating a partial eclipse

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

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

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

Comet 17P / Holmes just days after the comet erupted
Comet 17P/Holmes just days after the comet erupted

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

Space Shuttle Atlantis is seen in silhouette against the Sun
May 12, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis is seen in silhouette in the lower right of this solar transit. This image was taken from Florida using a telescope with a sun filter

View of the Earth-facing surface of the Sun showing a few small sunspots
February 28, 2013 - View of the Earth-facing surface of the Sun showing just a few small sunspots

The sun in H-alpha light

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

An artists concept of the STEREO spacecraft surrounding the sun

Red dwarf Sun floating through space

A solar flare erupting on the left side of the Sun
August 24, 2014 - A solar flare erupting on the left side of the Sun. This flare is classified as an M5 flare

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

The Sun in Hydrogen Alpha

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Sunset and Dois Irmaos islands, Fernando de Noronha national marine sanctuary, Pernambuco, Brazil (S. Atlantic)
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"Full Sun: Witness the Spectacular Dance of Celestial Phenomena. " Behold the majestic power of our radiant star, as it unveils its full glory in a cosmic spectacle. Like a gigantic UFO venting plasma from the Sun's fiery depths, solar activity on this celestial body never fails to mesmerize us. Witness an awe-inspiring solar flare erupting with immense energy, painting the heavens with vibrant hues. As Venus gracefully transits in front of the Sun, it creates a celestial ballet that captivates both astronomers and dreamers alike. In 2012, we were fortunate to witness the rare Transit of Venus moving across the face of our mighty star. A momentous occasion that reminds us of our place in this vast universe. Gaze upon The Sun itself, adorned by a colorful aura like an ethereal crown. Its brilliance illuminates not only our world but also ignites curiosity and wonder within us all. Explore Full Sun's intricate details through cutting-edge technology; observe sunspots and active regions come alive in breathtaking 3D visuals. Marvel at how these dynamic phenomena shape our understanding of space and time. As Venus once again graces its path before The Sun's luminosity, let us embrace this opportunity to delve into Solar activity on such grand scales. Let your imagination soar as you immerse yourself in this extraordinary journey through space.