Nov 11, 2024 · Like the Earth, the Sun likely has swirling polar vortices, according to new research led by the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR). …

Nov 11, 2024 · Like the Earth, the Sun likely has swirling polar vortices, according to new research. But unlike on Earth, the formation and evolution of these vortices are driven by magnetic fields.

Nov 11, 2024 · These swirling structures first appear at about 55 degrees latitude – equivalent to Earth’s Arctic Circle. They then move toward the poles in a tightening ring, gradually shedding vortices until …

Feb 10, 2023 · Material from a filament of plasma erupting from the Sun's surface broke away and appeared to form a crown-like vortex over the solar north pole. Further analysis will be required to …

Feb 10, 2023 · Still, more research is needed to figure out exactly how and why this rare solar vortex formed — and what consequences, if any, could result, McIntosh said.

Feb 5, 2023 · A huge filament of solar plasma has broken off the sun's surface and is circling its north pole like a vortex of powerful winds, but scientists have no clue what caused it.

Mar 10, 2023 · Yes, the ultra-hot sun can experience a polar vortex, much like the ones here on Earth. A recent interstellar event caused excitement due to a never-before-seen phenomenon on the sun’s …

Nov 15, 2024 · Several swirling vortices likely exist around the sun's poles. New models reveal they likely grow, shrink, and even disappear with the solar cycle. With winter fast approaching in the U.S., …

Jun 23, 2025 · This article examines vortex flows in different solar regions and their role in energy transport.

Apr 9, 2025 · Our study explores how solar particles and electromagnetic radiation alter stratospheric ozone levels. This change in ozone increases the stratospheric temperature gradient from the …