Solar flares are energetic explosions on the surface of the Sun. They can be as powerful as detonating billions of nuclear bombs simultaneously.
Solar flares can accelerate charged particles such as electrons and protons to nearly the speed of light.
Solar flares are often associated with the release of a coronal mass ejection (CME), a massive outburst of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun.
Solar flares are often associated with the release of a coronal mass ejection (CME), a massive outburst of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun.
Solar flares are often associated with the release of a coronal mass ejection (CME), a massive outburst of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun.
The largest solar flare ever recorded was on November 4, 2003. It was classified as an X28-class flare, making it one of the most powerful solar flares ever observed.
Solar flare research is critical for understanding the Sun's magnetic activity, the behaviour of plasma in extreme conditions, and the impact on space weather.