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6: Space Weather
X-ray images of the northern lights, also known as auroras, as seen from NASA's Polar spacecraft. (Click to launch movie.)
Introduction

The Sun-Earth Connection
The Sun-Earth Connection examines the most important and dynamic features of the active Sun and its effects on Earth.
SEC

Related to chapter 6 in the print guide.
Coronal Mass Ejections
NASA research shows how Cannibal Coronal Mass Ejections trigger long-lasting geomagnetic storms when they strike the Earth's magnetosphere. CMEs

Related to chapter 6 in the print guide.
Space Weather Music
Solar wind data mapped to pitches of a 45-note scale help create Space Weather Music.
Related to chapter 6 in the print guide.
Solar Maximum
Occuring about every 11 years Solar Maximum marks a dramatic increase in solar activity. Solar Max
Related to chapter 6 in the print guide.
Discover the Solar Cycle
Explore the chronology of recent flares and discover the solar cycle.
Hessi

Related to chapter 6 in the print guide.
Solar Maximum
NASA's RHESSI spacecraft examines the origin of Solar Flares. Solar Flares

Related to chapter 6 in the print guide.
 
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