Giant Sunspot Visible to Naked Eye, But Caution Advised
- A sunspot four times the size of Earth is currently visible on the sun
- The sunspot, called AR3310, has let off a substantial solar flare and could potentially let off a powerful X-class flare, which could impact aviation and power grids.
- It can be seen with the naked eye, but only with appropriate equipment to observe it safely
- Looking directly at the sun without proper eyewear can cause permanent damage to the eyes
- The sun is currently gearing up to peak activity in its 11-year cycle, during which sunspots are more likely to appear.
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