Heliophysics
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Heliophysics is the physics of the Sun and its connection with the Solar System. NASA defines heliophysics as " the comprehensive new term for the science of the Sun - Solar System Connection, the exp
This image presents various wavelengths of light produced by the Sun.
Space weather
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Space weather is a branch of space physics and aeronomy, or heliophysics, concerned with the varying conditions within the Solar System and its heliosphere. This includes the effects of the solar wind
Space weather effects
GOES-11 and GOES-12 monitored space weather conditions during the October 2003 solar activity
Aurora australis observed from Space Shuttle Discovery, May 1991
GOES-7 monitors space weather conditions during the October 1989 solar activity resulted in a Forbush Decrease, ground level enhancements, and many satellite anomalies.