Solar Prominence

A solar prominence is a large, bright feature that extends outward from the Sun's surface, consisting of a loop or arc of glowing plasma (hot, ionized gas). These structures are anchored to the Sun's photosphere and are shaped by magnetic fields, which hold the plasma in suspended loops. Prominences can last from days to weeks and are often seen as dark filaments when viewed against the Sun’s disk. They are generally stable but can sometimes erupt, releasing solar material into space, which can impact space weather and satellite operations.