Category: Space Weather
Unlocking Solar Proton Events: Unveiling the Mysteries
Solar Proton Events, also known as solar proton storms, are powerful bursts of energetic protons that are emitted by the Sun during certain solar activities. These events occur when highly energized particles, known as solar energetic particles (SEPs), are accelerated by solar flares or coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and are…
Unveiling Sunspot Activities: Fascinating Exploration
Sunspot activities refer to the cyclical variations in the number and intensity of sunspots on the surface of the Sun. Sunspots are dark regions that appear on the Sun’s photosphere, and they are caused by the magnetic activity within the Sun. These magnetic disturbances can have significant impacts on various…
Unlocking Ionospheric Disturbances: Unveiling the Secrets
The ionosphere, an important layer of the Earth’s atmosphere, plays a significant role in the functioning of our planet. However, at times, this delicate balance gets disrupted, leading to what is known as ionospheric disturbances. These disturbances are characterized by sudden, unpredictable changes in the ionosphere’s behavior, which can have…