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solar activity

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noun

Astronomy.
  1. the sum of all variable and short-lived disturbances on the sun, as sunspots, prominences, and solar flares.


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The research helps fill important gaps in the history of solar activity and improves scientists' understanding of dangerous space weather events.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

The natural phenomenon - known as the Aurora Borealis - was the result of increased solar activity sending energy towards Earth and interacting with our atmosphere.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

The mission made significant discoveries, including the first data that show the existence of a transient third radiation belt, which can form during times of intense solar activity, Nasa said.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

These influences include El Niño events, volcanic eruptions, and variations in solar activity.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

His launch had been delayed due to various technical problems and high solar activity.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson

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