Astrophysics & Stellar Science

Articles on stellar physics, exoplanet research, chromospheric dynamics, magnetic field interactions in star-planet systems, and observational astrophysics.

astrophysics stellar scienceAug 9, 20267 min

Vortex Spins and Granular Storms: New Views of the Sun's Surface

Recent observations at 416 nanometers using advanced solar telescopes have revealed intricate vortex structures on the Sun's surface, offering new insights into how convection cells transport energy from the stellar interior. This article explores solar granules, H-alpha imaging techniques, and what these discoveries mean for our understanding of stellar dynamics.