Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Science

Solar Astronomy

Solar astronomy is the study of the Sun and its behavior. The sun is a star at the center of the solar system, and its activity affects the climate and environment of the earth. Solar astronomers study the Sun using a variety of instruments and techniques, including telescopes that observe the visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray, and radio waves emitted by the Sun. Solar astronomers study the sun's magnetic field, sunspots, solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and other phenomena that can have a significant impact on Earth's atmosphere and technology. Solar astronomy is an important research area for understanding the impact of the Sun on the Earth and for predicting and mitigating the effects of solar activity on human technology and infrastructure.