Solar Cycle

The solar cycle is a roughly 11-year cycle during which the Sun's magnetic activity increases and decreases. This activity affects sunspots, solar flares, and the number of solar particles emitted into space. During the solar maximum, sunspots are abundant, leading to more solar storms that can impact Earth’s magnetic field and technology, such as satellites and power grids. Conversely, at solar minimum, there are fewer sunspots and less solar activity. This cycle influences space weather and has implications for Earth's climate and technological systems.