NASA's Observatory Captures Intense Solar Flare - Videos from The Weather Channel - The Weather Channel
NASA's Observatory Captures Intense Solar Flare - Videos from The Weather Channel
19 February 2024
The categorisation of this flare is X2.5, where the designation "X-class" signifies the utmost intensity among flares. The accompanying numerical value offers additional insights into its strength.
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