NASA SDO Satellite Captures Solar Eruption VIDEO

In summary, NASA has recently released high-resolution photos of the Sun, including footage of the Solar Prominence Eruption on March 30, 2010. They have also shared a video of the first light captured by their Solar Dynamics Observatory. These incredible images and videos have been met with enthusiasm and appreciation from fans, as seen in a recent YouTube comment.
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More goodies from NASA.
This time around they've been able to capture some remarkable high-resolution photos of the Sun. They also got footage of the Solar Prominence Eruption on March 30, 2010.

http://edition.cnn.com/2010/US/04/21/solar.observatory.images/
 
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I love NASA!:!) MarkitScience and Stanwyck66, thank you both for the fantastic news and incrediable views. I'll be looking forward to more as the weeks roll on.

Most appreciative,

Mars
 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgcyJxk017M

Source- http://www.youtube.com/user/NASAtelevision" [Broken]
 
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Absolutely amazing, better than sex!
 

1. What is the NASA SDO satellite?

The NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) satellite is a spacecraft designed to study the Sun and its influence on Earth. It was launched in 2010 and has been continuously observing the Sun ever since.

2. What is a solar eruption?

A solar eruption, also known as a solar flare, is a sudden release of energy from the surface of the Sun. This can cause a burst of radiation and high-energy particles, which can sometimes reach Earth and affect our planet's magnetic field.

3. How does the SDO satellite capture solar eruptions?

The SDO satellite has several instruments that allow it to capture images and data of the Sun. One of these instruments, the Atmospheric Imaging Assembly (AIA), takes images every 12 seconds in multiple wavelengths of the Sun's atmosphere. This allows scientists to see the evolution of solar eruptions in great detail.

4. Why is it important for NASA to study solar eruptions?

Solar eruptions can have a significant impact on Earth's technology and communication systems. By studying these events, NASA can better understand how they occur and potentially predict when they may happen in the future. This information can help protect our planet and its inhabitants from the effects of these eruptions.

5. What can we learn from the video captured by the SDO satellite of a solar eruption?

The video captured by the SDO satellite allows us to see the intricate details of a solar eruption and how it changes over time. By analyzing this footage, scientists can learn more about the processes that occur during a solar eruption and gain a better understanding of the Sun's behavior and its impact on Earth.

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