Observing the Sun's behavior is the most rewarding intellectual activity one could endeavor to pursue. Why is that? Two reasons. One is, you will be tapping into the cutting edge research from ground and space agencies observatories, universities studies to learn a monumental amount about the Sun. The other reason is that you will have the latest satellite data from on-going … [Read more...] about What’s in Observing the Sun for You?
Solar Flares
2017 Burst of X-class Solar Flares During Solar Minima
The first set of X-class Solar Flares to grace the year 2017 made its debut in September: A mega double X2.2 and X9.3-class flares surprised us. The sun has issued its first X-class solar flare on September 6, 2017, and it is not a feeble flare. It was a double flare a mega X2.2 and an X9.3 flare, just one level short of a Carrington flare. And then, on September 7, it burst an … [Read more...] about 2017 Burst of X-class Solar Flares During Solar Minima
Benefits of Being a Solar Observer
Being ahead on the news of space exploration is the hot spot to be in the intellectual circles of late. Those who keep up to date with space exploration has an advantage that few enjoy, and that is to know about cutting edge technology, and the latest research in all areas of science being done in space. For example, you might be glad to know that huge gene expression, and … [Read more...] about Benefits of Being a Solar Observer
What Damage Can Solar Storms Cause On Earth?
Attack of the Sun What Damage Can Solar Storms Cause on Earth? Space weather, its affects, and attacks of the Sun on earth (solar flares) has become a priority topic of discussion by worldwide government leaders at the United Nations. As alerts of global catastrophic weather patterns and climate related events are increasing due to the 24th Solar Maxima phase government … [Read more...] about What Damage Can Solar Storms Cause On Earth?
Twenty Three X-class Solar Flares Since 10/15/13
Click on The Title Above To Watch The Solar Flare Videos (Wait 10 seconds for page to load...The videos are listed below this article) The sun has issued 23 X-class solar flares and numerous M and C class flares since October 15, 2013 This high activity began on October 24th, 2013 at 00:30 UT, with region AR 11877 erupting an M9-class flare. At this time the Earth's … [Read more...] about Twenty Three X-class Solar Flares Since 10/15/13