“CHANDRAYAAN-2 AND ADITYA-L1 CAPTURE SOLAR FLARES AND AURORAS”
Why in the news?
- Indian spacecraft Chandrayaan-2 and Aditya-L1 detect solar flares and auroras, showcasing advanced space observation capabilities.
- Recent intense geomagnetic storms cause disruptions, highlighting the importance of space weather monitoring and preparedness.
source:scribd
About Auroras:
- Luminous phenomena near Earth’s poles caused by charged particles interacting with the magnetic field and atmosphere.
- Composition: Consist of gases like oxygen and nitrogen, along with particles.
- Energy Release: Collisions of particles with the atmosphere release energy in the form of light.
- Colour Variation: Colours in auroras depend on gas type and collision altitude.
About Aditya-L1:
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