What if Earth Was Hit by a Giant Solar Flare?

The video discusses solar storms, focusing on their causes, effects, and historical events like the Carrington Event of 1859. It highlights the potential impact on modern technology, such as satellites and power grids, and the importance of predicting and mitigating these effects. The video concludes with a discussion on the improbability of superflares from our sun and offers resources for further learning.

Describe the impact of the solar storm in 1859 on Earth.

What are solar storms and what causes them?

What are Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) and how do they affect Earth?

What is the significance of the Carrington Event in the study of solar activity?

How could a solar storm similar to the Carrington Event affect modern technology?

What measures are being taken to protect satellites from solar storms?

Explain the potential consequences of a geomagnetic storm on power grids.