Can the damage of solar storms be prevented?
Our best form of protection is the earth’s atmosphere, which absorbs the majority of the effects of solar storms. In space, radiation shielding can help reduce the effects of solar storms to both astronauts and equipment. However, large storms can cause problems even within the Earth’s atmosphere. Luckily, solar events can be predicted with some accuracy, so that preventative measures can be taken to reduce damage.
Our best form of protection is the earth´s atmosphere, which absorbs the majority of the effects of solar storms. In space, radiation shielding can help reduce the effects of solar storms to both astronauts and equipment. However, large storms can cause problems even within the Earth´s atmosphere. Luckily, solar events can be predicted with some accuracy, so that preventative measures can be taken to reduce damage.
