The Sun to the Earth -- and Beyond

A Decadal Research Strategy in Solar and Space Physics

Éditeur: National Academies Press
ISBN: 9780309085090
eISBN Pdf: 9780309508001
eISBN Epub: 9780309169196
Lieu de publication: United States
Année de publication électronique: 2003
Mois : Juillet
Pages: 197
DDC: 520
Langue: Anglais

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The sun is the source of energy for life on earth and is the strongest modulator of the human physical environment. In fact, the Sun's influence extends throughout the solar system, both through photons, which provide heat, light, and ionization, and through the continuous outflow of a magnetized, supersonic ionized gas known as the solar wind.

While the accomplishments of the past decade have answered important questions about the physics of the Sun, the interplanetary medium, and the space environments of Earth and other solar system bodies, they have also highlighted other questions, some of which are long-standing and fundamental. The Sun to the Earth—and Beyond organizes these questions in terms of five challenges that are expected to be the focus of scientific investigations in solar and space physics during the coming decade and beyond.

Cover
Front Matter
Executive Summary
1. Solar and Space Physics: Milestones and Science Challenges
2. Integrated Research Strategy for Solar and Space Physics
3. Technology Development
4. Connections Between Solar and Space Physics and Other Disciplines
5. Effects of the Solar and Space Environment on Technology and Society
6. Education and Public Outreach
7. Strengthening the Solar and Space Physics Research Enterprise
Appendix A: Statement of Task
Appendix B: Acronyms and Abbreviations
Appendix C: Biographical Information for Members of the Solar and Space Physics Survey Committee