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No, sunspots are "holes" in the sun's photosphere that allow you to see the layer just below. They are produced by concentrations of solar magnetic flux lines.

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Do Auroras occur near sunspots?

Auroras are not directly related to sunspots. However, sunspots are associated with solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which can cause geomagnetic storms on Earth. These storms can enhance aurora activity, making them more likely to be visible at lower latitudes.


How are sunspots created?

Sunspots are regions that are around 1200 degrees Celsius colder than the surroundings. They are caused by magnetic fields, which inhibit convection.


What part of the sun does storm clouds occur in?

I assume you are talking about sunspots, as they are, in effect, "storms on the sun". They occur on or near the sun's surface.


Do sunspot regions exist today that could be a source of solar storms?

Yes, new sunspots form all the time during solar maxima.


What are dark spots on the sun where gas is cooler?

The cooler dark spots on the sun are called sunspots.


What are some of the features that are on the surface of the Sun or above it?

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What kind of storms are sunspots?

A sunspot is a region on the Sun's surface that is marked by intense magnetic activity, which inhibits convection, forming areas of reduced surface temperature. See link for further information


What do scientists think Causes sunspots?

Astronomers have known for many years that sunspots are "storms" on the sun's surface, and also that solar prominences seen flaring from the sun during an eclipse probably come from sunspots. what they do not know - yet - is why the sunspots occur in farily regular cycles of many, gradually diminishing to few, and then rising again to many. Times of high sunspot activity are usually also times of high Northern Lights activity and radio interference on earth.


What effect does sunspots have on humans?

Sunspots themselves have no direct effect on humans. However, solar activity like sunspots can impact our space environment, leading to effects such as geomagnetic storms, radio disruptions, and potential interruptions in satellite communications. It can also influence Earth's climate and contribute to phenomena like the auroras.


Can sunspots cause auroras and disrupt satellite transmissions?

Yes, sunspots can cause auroras by releasing solar flares and coronal mass ejections that interact with Earth's magnetic field. These events can also disrupt satellite transmissions by creating geomagnetic storms that interfere with satellite communication signals.


What are the dark spots on the surface of the Sun that represent areas of cooler temperatures called?

The dark spots on the surface of the Sun that represent areas of cooler temperatures are called sunspots. Sunspots are regions on the Sun's photosphere that appear dark because they are cooler than the surrounding areas, due to intense magnetic activity inhibiting convection. Sunspots are temporary phenomena that occur in cycles and can have significant effects on space weather and Earth's climate.


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