Effect on Human Health
- Radiation increase: Solar flares can increase the radiation that reaches Earth’s surface. This can be a problem for those who fly, as well as for those who work or live in high-altitude locations like mountains or aircraft. The enhanced radiation during a solar flare is thought to pose a little threat to human health.
- Increased UV radiation: Solar flares can also increase the quantity of UV light that reaches the surface of the Earth, which can lead to sunburn and other skin problems. People who spend a lot of time outside and may be exposed to higher levels of UV radiation than usual may find this to be a cause for concern.
- Effects on biological systems: Solar flares boost UV radiation, which can harm DNA, proteins, and other biomolecules, and can interfere with the growth and reproduction of phytoplankton, the foundation of the oceanic food web.
- Effects on mental health: As a result of solar flares and associated phenomena like auroras, some people may experience anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.
What is Solar Flare?
A magnetic storm that resembles a bright spot on the Sun created a gaseous surface eruption and was caused by magnetic anomalies. Solar flares are explosions that result from the strong magnetic fields present in the active regions that cause sunspots. Solar flares heat the gas in the corona to a temperature ranging from 10 to 20 million Kelvin as they pass through it.