National Solar Observatory

The National Solar Observatory (NSO) is a research facility in the United States dedicated to studying the Sun. It uses advanced telescopes and instruments to explore solar phenomena, such as sunspots, solar flares, and the solar atmosphere, known as the corona. By observing the Sun, scientists aim to understand its behavior and how it affects space weather, which can influence satellite operations and communication on Earth. The NSO plays a crucial role in solar research, contributing to our knowledge of how the Sun impacts our planet and the solar system.