Editorial photo #10985824 Human Interest

Sunspots Seen On The Evening Sunset

Sunspots are being seen during the evening sunset in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on February 11, 2024. Sunspots are phenomena on the sun's photosphere that appear as temporary spots darker than the surrounding areas. They are regions of reduced surface temperature caused by concentrations of magnetic flux that inhibit convection. (Photo by Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #10985824
Date taken: 11 February 2024
Location: —
Photographer: Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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