Prominence

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Term: Prominence
Definition:

A prominence is a large, bright feature extending outward from the Sun's surface, often in a loop shape. Prominences are anchored to the Sun's surface in the photosphere, and extend outwards into the Sun's corona.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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