Tag: Solar

  • Where Does The Sun’s Magnetic Field Come From?

    Where Does The Sun’s Magnetic Field Come From?

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    The sun is a glowing ball of gasses at the centre of our solar system. It is made of a gas-like material called plasma, consisting of charged particles. The sun not only provides the energy necessary for life on Earth but also generates a powerful and complex magnetic field. This magnetic field affects many solar…

  • What Is A Solar Flare – How Are Solar Flares Formed – Solar Flares Formation

    What Is A Solar Flare – How Are Solar Flares Formed – Solar Flares Formation

     Solar flares are gigantic explosions of energy on the Sun’s surface that appear due to sudden release of huge amounts of energy accumulated inside the Sun, typically 1020 Joules which is enough to create a noticeable occasion.  Tangling of magnetic field lines is the huge contributing factor in the formation of Solar flares. The bright spots…