
The Earth’s Shadow
Just below the Belt of Venus, you may notice a darker band known as the Earth’s Shadow.

Pink glow
This shadow is caused by the Earth itself blocking the sun’s direct rays.
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Solar (Sun features) Astrophotography by Derek Rowley
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