SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 19, 2025Science News

Earth had new, temporary radiation rings last year

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The May 2024 solar storm generated two unexpected radiation bands around Earth: an electron band lasting three months and a proton band persisting for nearly a year, potentially affecting satellites and astronauts in the area.

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