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astronomy1 year ago

"Unveiling Solar Prominences: The Spectacular Sight During America's Total Solar Eclipse"

Millions of people witnessed a rare total solar eclipse on Monday, with some reporting sightings of solar flares. The event coincided with the sun's "solar maximum," a period of peak activity in its 11-year cycle, leading to increased solar flares and coronal mass ejections. Solar flares are massive explosions on the sun caused by the release of energy trapped in twisted magnetic fields, and they can have significant impacts on Earth's technology and space missions.

via NDTV|
#astronomy#solar-flares#solar-maximum
astronomy1 year ago

"Solar Eclipse Could Trigger Massive Sun Explosions"

The upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8 may feature fiery eruptions and explosions emitting from the sun, with bursts of plasma and dark pink-hued loops potentially visible during totality. Coinciding with the peak of a solar maximum, this rare event is expected to be a unique audio-visual experience, with increased solar activity likely leading to a heightened spectacle. Spectators in the eclipse's path of totality, spanning from Mexico to Maine, may witness the awe-inspiring phenomenon, although caution is advised regarding eye protection.

via Newsweek|
#astronomy#plasma-bursts#solar-eclipse
science-and-technology2 years ago

Impending Solar Storm Threatens Power Grids, Recalling Historic Sunspot Tornado

Scientists warn that a rare and powerful solar storm could potentially hit Earth in the coming years, causing widespread power blackouts, satellite failures, and disruption to communication networks. Solar storms, such as solar flares, coronal holes, or coronal mass ejections, can peel back the Earth's protective ionized layer, allowing more charged particles to pour through. The likelihood of such a storm increases during a peak of solar activity, which is expected in the next 20-year cycle. With our increasing reliance on technology and infrastructure, the impact of a powerful storm could be devastating.

via Business Insider|
#power-grids#science-and-technology#solar-storms