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As the Sun reaches solar maximum, NASA scientists hope to see just how much havoc a massive solar storm will wreak on the surface of Mars.

Guns Out

"I'd actually love to see the 'big one' at Mars this year."

NASA Watching as Sun Blasts Mars to See Effect on Astronauts

A massive solar storm is bombarding the Earth with so much radiation and at such a force, it could end up interfering with power grids.

Sun Fun

GPS systems could also experience "intermittent issues."

Eruption From the Sun May Affect Power Grid, Scientists Say

Scientists want to improve our ability to forecast weather in space due to concerns that a solar storm could wipe out our entire electronic infrastructure.

Storm's A-Comin'

They want a space weather forecasting system so we can prepare.

Scientists Are Worried About Solar Storms Frying all our Electronics

A team of scientists used data collected by the European Space Agency's Cluster mission to map out Earth's "eerie song" it sings during a solar storm.

Stormy Space Weather

You can even "listen" to the otherworldly music it creates.

Here's What Happens When a Solar Storm Slams Into the Earth

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Yes, this is real. 

Scientists Have Proposed Building an Earth-Sized Shield to Protect Our Planet

This wouldn't bode well for any life on the surface. 

A Massive Solar Storm Just Hit Mars, Causing a Global Aurora and Doubling Radiation Levels

Can we handle it?

The Next Major Blackout on Earth Will Be Caused by This Natural Source

Life on Earth may have gotten its start with a little help from colossal solar eruptions. 

Giant Solar Storms May Have Fueled the Evolution of Life on Earth

CME: The Storm of the Century

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