Flares and Fields: Sun’s Impact on Earth

Year : 2024 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 03 | Page : 1-12
    By

    Usha Shukla,

  • Aditi Mishra,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Amity University, Lucknow Campus, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Student, Department of Electrical Engineering, Amity University, Lucknow Campus, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

This paper delves into the multifaceted motivations driving the study of the Sun, exploring its pivotal role in shaping Earth’s climate, influencing space weather dynamics, and serving as a key astronomical entity in our cosmic neighborhood. Investigating the Sun as a physical laboratory, the discussion unfolds the intricate processes of nuclear fusion and magnetic fields, unveiling technological and research pursuits with potential applications in clean energy and space exploration. Examining solar magnetic fields and flares, the study elucidates their fundamental role in the Sun’s dynamic character, impacting everything from climate patterns to satellite operations. The paper also highlights the significance of the Sun as the closest star to us, providing unique insights into the evolution of stars, planetary systems, and galaxies. As the world becomes increasingly dependent on space technologies, understanding and predicting the Sun’s behavior holds paramount importance for maintaining satellite operations and navigating the evolving landscape of space exploration. The Sun, the nearest star to Earth, is not only the main energy source but also a major contributor to space weather, which has a significant impact on Earth’s ecosystem. The Earth’s geomagnetic field, atmosphere, and technological infrastructure are greatly impacted by solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and the magnetic field of the Sun. The physics underlying solar flares and magnetic fields, as well as how they interact with Earth’s magnetosphere, are examined in this article. It also looks at the effects of solar activity on Earth, such as power outages, auroras, and communication disruptions. It is essential to comprehend these phenomena in order to reduce technological hazards and protect the ecology on Earth.

Keywords: Sun’s dynamic character, evolution of stars, space technologies, flares, fields, satellite operations, applications in clean energy

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology ]

How to cite this article:
Usha Shukla, Aditi Mishra. Flares and Fields: Sun’s Impact on Earth. Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology. 2024; 13(03):1-12.
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Usha Shukla, Aditi Mishra. Flares and Fields: Sun’s Impact on Earth. Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology. 2024; 13(03):1-12. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjosst/article=2024/view=176517



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Volume 13
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Received 20/08/2024
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Published 03/10/2024
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