solar flare

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Noun solar flare has 1 sense

solar flare, flare - a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference
--₁ is a kind of solar radiation

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Solar Flare

Definition: A solar flare is a sudden and powerful explosion of energy from the Sun's surface, releasing high amounts of radiation and charged particles into space.

Examples:

Scientists observed a massive solar flare yesterday, which caused disruptions in satellite communications.
The solar flare emitted a burst of X-rays, affecting the Earth's ionosphere.
Solar flares can pose a threat to astronauts working outside the protective shield of the International Space Station.

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