Sunspot maximum
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009391
The period in the solar cycle when the number of sunspots observed on the sun's surface reaches its highest point. This peak activity is associated with increased solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which can impact Earth's magnetosphere and atmosphere. The solar cycle typically lasts approximately 11 years.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009391 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Solar cycle; Sunspot minimum |
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"definition": "The period in the solar cycle when the number of sunspots observed on the sun's surface reaches its highest point. This peak activity is associated with increased solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which can impact Earth's magnetosphere and atmosphere. The solar cycle typically lasts approximately 11 years.",
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"Solar cycle",
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/sunspot-maximum/"
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