Stellar Winds

Stellar winds are streams of charged particles, primarily electrons and protons, ejected from the surface of stars, including our Sun. As a star burns through its nuclear fuel, it generates heat and pressure that can push these particles into space at high speeds. This outflow shapes the surrounding environment, creating structures like nebulae and influencing the formation of new stars and planets. Stellar winds can also interact with magnetic fields and can be responsible for phenomena like solar flares and auroras on planets with atmospheres, affecting both space weather and life on Earth.