NASA’s stunning images of the sun may ultimately protect Earth from solar storms


By Bruce Powell, The Space Reporter
Thursday, January 24, 2013

NASA’s stunning images of the sun may ultimately protect Earth from solar storms

A short trip to space provided astronomers with unprecedented data and a stunning view of the sun.  Now, some astronomers are saying the data collected during that flight may provide better forecasts for predicting both the intensity and timing of solar flares traveling towards Earth. NASA, which shared its findings on Wednesday, says the short-lived mission provided astronomers with an unprecedented view of Earth's nearest star... To continue reading, subscribe to The Space Reporter today.

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