Black ring around the Sun: Rare phenomenon in the sky!
Posted on: 18/Sep/2014 4:15:04 PM
A distinct black ring was seen around the Sun by the public between 10.30 Am & 12.00 Noon in several localities in Tanjore District such as Peravurani, Pattukkottai, and Adhirampattinam,.
Teachers explained this phenomenon to the students.
Hot air emanating from the earth generates water droplets in the sky. When sunlight is reflected on these droplets at an angle of 22 degrees, refraction occurs. As the droplets are hexagonal in shape, it creates an impression as though there is a a black ring appears around the Sun.
A lot of public watched this phenomenon with awe!
