Solar Wind's Effect on Earth

The Sun produces a solar wind — a continuous flow of charged particles — that can affect us on Earth. It can, for example, disrupt communications, navigation systems, and satellites. Solar activity can also cause power outages, such as the extensive Canadian blackout in 1989. In this video segment adapted from NASA, learn about solar storms and their effects on Earth.

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators , Students

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones, Computer Media Player

Instructional Time: 59 Minute(s)

Keywords: Magnetic, electric, sun, earth, sunspot, solar flare, solar system, magnetic field, force, particle, charge, technology

Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation

Resource Collection: General Collection

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SC.8.E.5.Pa.2

Recognize the Sun and stars as objects in space.

SC.8.E.5.In.6

Describe the Sun as a mass of hot, burning gases that produces very high temperatures.

SC.8.E.5.Su.5

Recognize that the Sun is made of gases that are on fire.

SC.912.P.10.In.5

Identify fundamental forces, including gravitational and electromagnetic.

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