Below are some dramatic images of the Sun's Coronal Holes for the year 2018. Although the Sun is usually peaceful during its Solar Minima phase, it hasn't been quite active during 2018 forming imense coronal holes. It has spouted a few X-class flares, and in 2018 it has not been all peace-and-quiet. In fact, it has been very active as far as forming active coronal holes, which … [Read more...] about Images of Coronal Holes 2018
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Benefits of Being a Solar Observer
Being ahead on the news of space exploration is the hot spot to be in the intellectual circles of late. Those who keep up to date with space exploration has an advantage that few enjoy, and that is to know about cutting edge technology, and the latest research in all areas of science being done in space. For example, you might be glad to know that huge gene expression, and … [Read more...] about Benefits of Being a Solar Observer
What Damage Can Solar Storms Cause On Earth?
Attack of the Sun What Damage Can Solar Storms Cause on Earth? Space weather, its affects, and attacks of the Sun on earth (solar flares) has become a priority topic of discussion by worldwide government leaders at the United Nations. As alerts of global catastrophic weather patterns and climate related events are increasing due to the 24th Solar Maxima phase government … [Read more...] about What Damage Can Solar Storms Cause On Earth?
The Sun 101 – The Magnificence of Our Star
Our star the Sun is magnificent, but also violent and unpredictable. Watch the video below and enjoy the power of our star as you learn how it works and how it affects our planet earth and all living thing it it. The Sun 101 [youtube SwdWv1S6Lcg] CREDIT: NASA Heliophysics/SolarWatcher.net Pinterest … [Read more...] about The Sun 101 – The Magnificence of Our Star
What is Heliophysics
Heliophysics is the branch of space exploration science which studies the sun and its interaction and affects on our planet earth. In short, it is the science that helps us to understand the sun and its interactions not only with the Earth, but also with the entire solar solar system. The sun is a magnetic variable star located at center of our solar system. It drives, as well … [Read more...] about What is Heliophysics