Archive · 24 Jul 2025

IIA Scientists Discover Sun's Mysteries with Tiny Plasma Loops

IIA Scientists Discover Sun's Mysteries with Tiny Plasma Loops

Scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have made a discovery about tiny loops of plasma on the Sun.

These loops are like miniature versions of the larger loops scientists already study.

They found that the tiny loops are hard to see because they don't last long.

By using special telescopes, the scientists learned more about these loops.

This helps them understand how the Sun works, like how it stores and releases energy.

The scientists were also puzzled by how hot the loops get, which is something they will study more in the future.

They hope to learn more about them with new instruments like the National Large Solar Telescope.

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