The mysterious and powerful phenomena of the universe always amaze the human mind. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
On September 28, the strongest solar flare in the last three months was recorded on the surface of the Sun. The Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Institute of Space Research provided information about this event.
According to scientists, at 13:43 Tashkent time, a strong impulsive flare of class M6.4 occurred in the eastern part of the Sun. This event was stronger than all activity observed since June and was recorded as a sudden explosion of energy on the Sun.
Before the flare, an increase in activity was observed on the Sun's surface. In particular, starting from the evening of September 26, the number of flares increased, and on September 27, 19 flares occurred within 24 hours.
Although scientists previously suggested that activity was decreasing and energy reserves were diminishing, the new strong flare on September 28 disproved these assumptions. Experts have various opinions regarding the impact of the event on Earth.
According to laboratory data, a large amount of plasma was ejected into space during the event, but its initial speed was insufficient to overcome the Sun's gravitational pull. Therefore, the ejected material may not reach interplanetary space and could return to the Sun's surface in a short time.
This increases the likelihood of a "plasma rain at sunset" phenomenon. Astronomers emphasize that such events can affect the overall energy balance in the universe and the space weather around Earth.
So far, no negative effects have been observed on Earth, but observations are ongoing. Thus, the recent major flare on the Sun once again demonstrated the power of the universe and its processes beyond control.
This event reminds humanity once again of the necessity to study the universe more deeply.
