Flux transfer event

A flux transfer event is when the magnetic field from the Sun collides with the magnetic field of the Earth. This collision causes the transfer of charged particles from the Sun to the Earth's magnetic field. Think of it like when two magnets stick together. Just like the magnets, the Sun and Earth magnetic fields can interact and connect with each other.

When these charged particles from the Sun enter Earth's magnetic field, they can cause beautiful displays of lights in the sky called the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. It's like a big light show in the sky that happens when different magnets interact.

Scientists study these events to better understand how the magnetic fields of the Sun and Earth affect each other. By understanding these events, we can better protect our technology from the harmful effects of these charged particles. So, basically, it's like when two magnets come together and make pretty lights in the sky, and scientists study it to learn how it can affect our technology.