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Star Gazers

The Solar Maximum Explained

1m 50s

The Sun is getting busy and that’s great news for sky watchers! As we approach solar maximum, the peak of the Sun’s 11-year activity cycle, we can expect more sunspots, solar flares, and dazzling auroras. Star Gazers host Trace Dominguez dives into what solar maximum means and how it affects Earth.

Aired: 08/04/25
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