The Sun has captivated humanity for millennia. And yet, despite being our closest star, studying it is not easy. Its blinding ...

The details of the mechanism(s) responsible for the observed heating and dynamics of the solar atmosphere still remain a mystery. Magnetohydrodynamic waves are thought to have a vital role in this ...

The image below is of the solar chromosphere and was taken in 1999 during a total solar eclipse. The red and pink hues seen around the edges are created by light emitted by hydrogen. The bright colors ...

Each layer of the sun’s atmosphere exhibits distinct traits. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The sun's atmosphere is made up of ...

States like Florida, Texas and California are no strangers to routine rocket launches − but New Mexico? Spacecraft also sometimes get off the ground from the state. Space news coverage may be ...

Stunning new images captured by the world's most powerful solar telescope show the face of the sun in astonishing never-before-seen detail. The amazing shots, released by the US National Solar ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. It’s certainly been an exciting few months for telescopes. The ...

Scientists have unravelled the science behind the jets of plasma - the fourth state of matter consisting of electrically charged particles that occur just about everywhere in the sun’s chromosphere, ...

The sun's lower atmosphere, the chromosphere, is usually drowned out by light from below it. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The ...

The National Science Foundation’s National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is currently under threat. White House ...