JOURNAL ARTICLE

What's Going on With Storms on the Sun?

  • Published In: Time International - South Pacific Edition, 2024, v. 203, n. 19/20. P. 12 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kluger, Jeffrey 3 of 3

Abstract

This article discusses the recent increase in solar activity and its potential impact on Earth. Solar storms, known as coronal mass ejections, can disrupt satellites, GPS systems, power plants, and telecommunications when they collide with Earth. The sun goes through 11-year cycles of high and low activity, with the current period being a solar maximum. Researchers are still working to understand and predict space weather, and measures such as installing GIC blockers on power-plant transformers and sending repeated commands to satellites are being explored to mitigate potential damage. However, more research and advancements are needed to effectively prepare for and protect against solar storms. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time International - South Pacific Edition. 2024/06, Vol. 203, Issue 19/20, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0818-0628
  • Accession Number:177554522
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