Instruments (e.g., LASCO, MDI)

Instruments like LASCO (Large Angle and Spectrometric Coronagraph) and MDI (Michelson Doppler Imager) are scientific tools used to study the Sun. LASCO observes the solar corona, helping us understand solar flares and the solar wind by blocking the Sun's bright light to visualize its outer atmosphere. MDI, on the other hand, measures the Sun’s surface movements and magnetic fields, providing insights into solar activity and its effects on space weather. Together, these instruments contribute to our understanding of solar dynamics and their impact on Earth.