Sun-like Stars Emit Disruptive Superflares Every Century
TL;DR
A new study published in Science reveals that sun-like stars emit superflares approximately once per century, challenging previous estimates of longer intervals. By analyzing data from NASA's Kepler telescope, researchers identified 2,889 superflares on 2,527 stars similar to the sun. This finding suggests that such stars are more prone to superflares than previously thought, with implications for understanding solar activity and forecasting space weather. The study highlights the need for further investigation into the relationship between superflares and extreme solar particle events.
- Observations suggest sun-like stars emit superflares once per century Phys.org
- The sun may be prone to 'rare but extreme' events that could disrupt life on Earth USA TODAY
- Superflares Erupt From Stars Like Our Sun Once Every 100 Years The New York Times
- Solar superflare that could take down power supplies ‘overdue’ The Telegraph
- Violent superflares explode from sun-like stars every 100 years Space.com
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