HXR photospheric footprints

J. C. Martínez-Oliveros, A. C. Donea, P. S. Cally

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Abstract

We have analysed the 6 mHz egression power signatures of some accoustically active X-class solar flares. During the impulsive phase these flares produced conspicuous seismic signatures which have kernel-like structures, mostly aligned with the neutral line of the host active region. The kernel-like structures show the effect of constructive interference of the acoustic waves emanating from the complex sources, suggesting motion of the acoustic sources. The co-aligment between the seismic signatures and the hard X-ray emission observed by RHESSI from the footpoints of the coronal loops suggests a direct link between relativistic particles accelerated during the flare and the hydrodynamic response of the photosphere during flares.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)110-113
Number of pages4
JournalProceedings of the International Astronomical Union
Volume3
Issue numberS247
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 2007

Keywords

  • Sun: helioseismology
  • Sun: particle acceleration
  • Sun: solar flares
  • Sun: sun quakes
  • Sun: X-rays

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