Streams of charged particles constantly released from the Sun’s corona, this plasma flow shapes planetary magnetospheres and drives space weather. Scientists use solar wind data to predict geomagnetic storms, protecting satellites and power grids. Beneficiaries include astronauts, telecommunications operators, and aurora enthusiasts, who gain safety and stunning visual displays from its interactions with Earth’s atmosphere.
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