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What kind of energy could cause a sunspot?
Magnetism. They are magnetic storms.
Can the sun cause an EMP?
It doesn't cause an EMP. However, sunspot activity can interfere with radio transmissions.
What is the largest sunspot?
Prominence Sunspot in 1945
What is unusual about the magnetic field in a sunspot?
The magnetic field in a sunspot is stronger than the surrounding areas on the Sun's surface. It is also highly concentrated and can cause a suppression of convection, leading to cooler temperatures in the sunspot region. This can manifest as a darker area compared to its surroundings due to the reduced energy output.
What is the sudden explosion near a sunspot?
A sudden explosion near a sunspot is known as a solar flare. This is a burst of energy and radiation released by the Sun that can cause disruptions in the Earth's atmosphere and affect our technology.
What are sunspot maximums and sunspot minimums?
Sunspot maximum and sunspot minimum are the points in time (roughly 6 years apart) when the sun is producing the most, or the least sunspots. In the past this has been measured both by sunspot area and sunspot count and is directly tied to the solar magnetic cycle.
How many years is the sunspot cycle?
The sunspot cycle is about 11 years in length.
How big is a large sunspot?
A Large Sunspot can be up to about 10,000 miles across.
Do meteors cause sunspot?
No, meteors do not cause sunspots. Sunspots are caused by strong magnetic activity on the Sun's surface leading to cooler, darker patches. Meteors are small rocks or debris that enter Earth's atmosphere and burn up due to friction with the air.
What is the average sunspot cycle in years?
The average sunspot cycle is approximately 11 years, with periods of high sunspot activity followed by lower activity levels. This cycle is known as the solar cycle or the sunspot cycle.
What processes are involved in the sunspot cycle?
The sunspot cycle is driven by the sun's magnetic field. This cycle involves the creation, movement, and disappearance of sunspots on the sun's surface over an 11-year period. Changes in the magnetic field cause fluctuations in solar activity, leading to variations in sunspot numbers.
What kind of energy seems to be specifically associated with or could even be the cause of sunspot activity?
The magnetic energy seems to be specifically associated with or could even be the cause of sunspots activity.
