Solar phenomena

Solar phenomena are various events and features caused by the Sun's activity. These include sunspots—dark, cooler areas on the Sun's surface—caused by magnetic fluctuations. Solar flares are sudden releases of energy, producing bursts of light and radiation, which can affect Earth's communications. Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) involve massive bursts of solar plasma impacting space weather, sometimes disrupting satellites and power grids. The Sun's magnetic field drives these activities, influencing the solar wind—a stream of charged particles flowing outward. These phenomena are essential to understanding space weather and their effects on Earth’s technology and environment.