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Physicists trace the sun's magnetic engine, 200,000 kilometers below its surface
Every eleven years, the sun's magnetic field flips, influencing solar activity and eruptions.
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Summary
Recent studies have traced the sun's magnetic engine to a depth of 200,000 kilometers beneath its surface, revealing significant insights into solar activity.
The sun's magnetic field flips every eleven years, a phenomenon that correlates with the migration of sunspots from mid-latitudes to the equator.
This migration of sunspots, which are indicators of intense magnetic activity, is critical for understanding potential solar eruptions and their implications for space weather.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
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| Primary source | Phys.org |
| Source count | 2 |
| First published | 2026-03-17T20:00:09.000Z |
Updates
Update at 02:12 UTC on 2026-03-20
Hacker News reported A groundbreaking study reveals insights into the Sun's magnetic dynamics.
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