This study examines 2203 sympathetic flares from the Sympathetic solar flare (1975-2017) catalogue on the Harvard Dataverse. We analyze key timestamps—start time, peak time, and end time—to delineate the rising and decay phases of these flares. Our findings reveal a correlation between flare duration and the duration of their rising and decay phases, with longer-duration flares exhibiting extended phases. A frequency distribution analysis demonstrates a predominance of shorter-lived flares. We also observe asymmetry in the duration of rising versus decay phases, with the majority of sympathetic flares showing a longer decay phase. Investigation into the change in latitude over the solar cycle indicates a transition from a dispersed distribution to an alignment with the solar equator, particularly evident around 1985, 1995, and 2005. Notably, most sympathetic flares occur within 30 degrees of the solar equator. This study provides valuable insights into the behavior and characteristics of sympathetic flares, contributing to our overall understanding of solar dynamics.
EXPLORING CHARACTERISTICS OF SYMPATHETIC SOLAR FLARES
Abishek Judah Mohan, Joshua Parfitt and Yeganeh Abdollahinejad
Major:
Physics and Computer Science
Exhibition Category:
Physical Sciences
Exhibition Format:
Poster Presentation
Campus:
University Park
Faculty Sponsor:
Asif ud-Doula
Poster Number:
228
Award Winner
Physical Sciences - Third Place