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Close-up view of a massive X2. 2 solar flare erupts on the Sun
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Close-up view of a massive X2. 2 solar flare erupts on the Sun
February 15, 2011 - Active region 1158 let loose with an X2.2 flare, the largest flare since 2006, and the biggest flare so far in Solar Cycle 24. Active Region 1158 is in the southern hemisphere, which has been lagging the north in activity but now leads in big flares. A coronal mass ejection was also associated with the flare. Much of the vertical line in the image is caused by the bright flash overwhelming the SDO imager
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This print captures a close-up view of a colossal X2.2 solar flare erupting on the Sun, taken on February 15,2011. This powerful explosion originated from Active region 1158, marking the largest flare since 2006 and the most significant one in Solar Cycle 24. Located in the southern hemisphere, this active region had been trailing behind its northern counterpart in activity but now takes the lead with these massive flares. Accompanying this intense eruption was a coronal mass ejection (CME), visible as well in this image. The vertical line running through the picture is a result of the bright flash overwhelming the SDO imager used to capture this awe-inspiring moment. The photograph showcases various fascinating features of our star's anatomy such as sunspots, surface details, and different layers including chromosphere and corona. It provides valuable insights into astrophysics by revealing plasma dynamics and ultraviolet emissions associated with solar activity. As we explore space weather phenomena like solar cycles and their impact on Earth's environment, images like these become invaluable resources for scientific research. They shed light on topics ranging from solar wind to superflares while also highlighting dwarf stars like our own yellow dwarf -the Sun- that play crucial roles in shaping our universe.
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