Properties of G-band Bright Points derived from IBIS observations

Details Properties of G-band Bright Points derived from IBIS observations Properties of G-band Bright Points derived from IBIS observations

2010-11-22

arxiv.org/abs/1011.4890v1

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

Solar and Stellar Astrophysics

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We have investigated properties of photospheric Bright Points (BPs) observed in an Active Region during its decay phase and in a quiet Sun region. We have analyzed two sets of photospheric observations taken with IBIS (Interferometric Bidimensioal Spectrometer) at the NSO Dunn Solar Telescope. The first set consists of spectral data acquired in the Fe I 709.0 nm and Ca I 854.2 nm lines and simultaneous broad-band and of G-band observations. The second set consists of spectro-polarimetric observations in the Fe I 630.15 nm - 630.25 nm doublet and simultaneous white light and G-band observations. The relation between BP filling factor and RMS image contrast indicates that, on average, BPs cover up to 3% of the solar surface outside Active Regions. The relation between area and intensity values of the features identified on both data sets suggests that they are composed of aggregations of magnetic flux elements. The horizontal velocity values are as high as 2 km/s, thus supporting the scenario of BPs motion contributing to the coronal heating.

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