Sunspot
noun
A sunspot is a dark area on the sun's surface that is cooler than the surrounding areas and is associated with solar activity.
The number of sunspots increased significantly during the solar maximum.
Often appears as...
- solar phenomena
- solar dynamics
Usage tips
Neutral
solar activity, solar cycle, magnetic field
noun
A sunspot is a dark area on the sun's surface that is cooler than the surrounding areas and is associated with solar activity.
The number of sunspots increased significantly during the solar maximum.
Often appears as...
- solar phenomena
- solar dynamics
Usage tips
Neutral
solar activity, solar cycle, magnetic field
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
Sunspots are temporary.
Sunspots can influence solar weather patterns.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In discussions of natural solar cycles.
Astronomers often study sunspots to predict space weather.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
Be cautious when using 'sunspot' in non-astronomy contexts, as it may confuse listeners.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
Sunspots are temporary.
Sunspots can influence solar weather patterns.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In discussions of natural solar cycles.
Astronomers often study sunspots to predict space weather.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
Be cautious when using 'sunspot' in non-astronomy contexts, as it may confuse listeners.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
Sunspots are temporary.
Sunspots can influence solar weather patterns.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In discussions of natural solar cycles.
Astronomers often study sunspots to predict space weather.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
Be cautious when using 'sunspot' in non-astronomy contexts, as it may confuse listeners.
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