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Term: Plages
Definition:

A bright cloud-like feature that appears in the vicinity of a sunspot. Plages represent regions of higher temperature and density within the chromosphere. They are particularly visible when photographed through filters passing the spectral light of hydrogen or calcium.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
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Term: Plages
Definition:

A bright spot in the solar Chromosphere, usually found in or near an Active Region such as a sunspot

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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