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Solar storms and Internet apocalypse: Why researcher feels bad

9Jul

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Solar storms and Internet apocalypse: Why researcher feels bad

[ad_1] Recent discussions about the possibility of an "internet apocalypse" caused by solar storms have captured the attention of social media users. While the concept may sound like science fiction, experts suggest that a widespread internet outage triggered by a powerful solar storm is a rare, but plausible event. As the sun enters a particularly active phase known as the "solar maximum" in 2025, concerns about the world's preparedness have started to rise.In effect, when the Sun is extremely volatile, it spews out energy in space. This can be in the form of what is called solar flares, coronal mass ejection, solar wind etc. If it happens to collide with the Earth's magnetic field, it immediately sparks a geomagnetic storm. While one effect of that are the beautiful auroras, the other...

Internet apocalypse coming? Here’s how terrifying solar storms can impact Earth

29Jun

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Internet apocalypse coming? Here’s how terrifying solar storms can impact Earth

[ad_1] Have you ever imagined how our lives would be without the internet or phone network? Even imagining an internet apocalypse is scary! A life without internet would be like life back in the Roman age - cruel and short! No internet, no phone calls, no emergency services, no way to run the mammoth Infrastructure that has been created from electricity grids to hospitals, industries, and more. In the 21st century, we rely heavily on electronics and there would be no easy life possible without the internet. Imagine spending COVID-19 lockdown days without the internet!But can the internet apocalypse really happen? Yes! It surely can, but there is no official statement or warning from NASA or any other organization. But scientists have carried out in-depth research based on data provided ...

Revolutionary Discovery! Method to probe powerful solar storms uncovered

23Jun

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Revolutionary Discovery! Method to probe powerful solar storms uncovered

[ad_1] In a recent discovery, scientists have found a way to better understand the speed of solar particles that causes a solar storm. Did you know that the most energetic processes seen in the solar system are Solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) that cause massive solar storms. Even with Earth's protective electromagnetic field, it can have a serious impact on our daily lives. Making a reason for scientists to study solar energetic particle (SEP) events.According to Space.com, researchers have found that particles with no electric charge, commonly called energetic neutral atoms (ENA), that travel at a high speed can be studied during significant solar events like CMEs and solar flares. This has opened various opportunities for studying these massive events in detail. A study...

Will Earth be blind to terrifying solar storms now?

28Jan

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Will Earth be blind to terrifying solar storms now?

[ad_1] The NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory has entered its eclipse season. Know what it is and whether the Earth will be blind to incoming solar storms. How do we know when a solar storm is about to hit Earth? A large part is because of the space telescopes and spacecraft that are continuously monitoring the Sun for any sign of solar activity. This is the reason we always get a 24 to 48 hours preparation time whenever a solar storm arrives. And a major part of the process is the NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO). However, things are going to change as the SDO has entered its seasonal eclipse phase when the Earth blinds the space telescope. If a solar storm were to strike the Earth now, would we be blind to it?According to a report by SpaceWeather.com, “SDO eclipse season is underw...

Angry Sun! 17 CME, 19 solar flares, 11 sunspots exploded in just a week- NASA reveals dangerous activity

29Aug

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Angry Sun! 17 CME, 19 solar flares, 11 sunspots exploded in just a week- NASA reveals dangerous activity

[ad_1] NASA has informed that in just a week, as many as 17 coronal mass ejections (CME), 19 solar flares and 11 sunspots have been observed. Here is all you need to know. The Sun seems to be in a fiery and angry mood! According to the information provided by NASA, the week starting from August 15 to August 21 saw as many as 17 coronal mass ejections (CME) along with 19 solar flares and 11 sunspots explode on our Sun. The information was provided by the research organisation while giving a solar activity round up. Tweeting about the same, it said, "Time for the #SunDay solar activity round up! This past week 17 coronal mass ejections were observed, along with 19 solar flares and 11 sunspots. The GIF below shows a coronal mass...

Solar storms spin-off! NASA shares breathtaking Aurora pictures above the Indian Ocean

27Aug

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Solar storms spin-off! NASA shares breathtaking Aurora pictures above the Indian Ocean

[ad_1] NASA has shared a spectacular view of auroras spreading over the Earth caused by solar storms. Have a look. Solar storms can pose a great threat to Earth! The horrific Carrington Event in 1859 is one of the biggest examples of what Solar storms are capable of doing. From power, and satellites to radio communication, everything can be in danger. However, there is always a bright side too, and in this case, it is the fascinating light show at the poles. And NASA is making sure to deliver every possible view from space. This time, the space agency shared the latest images taken from the International Space Station of the southern lights or Aurora Australis above the Indian Ocean near Antarctica. Bob Hines, a pilot current...