NASA/NOAA | A Weather Satellite Watches The Sun

NASA/NOAA | A Weather Satellite Watches The Sun

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Other, Geography, Science, Physics

5th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the role of GOES satellites in monitoring space weather and its impact on Earth. It explains how space weather, such as solar storms, can disrupt daily life by affecting communication systems and power grids. NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center plays a crucial role in forecasting and providing data to various industries, including power companies, NASA, and GPS users. The video also highlights the importance of satellites like STEREO, SOHO, and SDO in studying the Sun and developing space weather models. Finally, it covers the GOES satellite series and future plans for continued monitoring.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important for astronauts to monitor space weather before a spacewalk?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What measures are taken to ensure continuous monitoring of space weather?

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