10. When we are in space, will we experience solar storms? What would happen to us? (A K2S Question)

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During a geo-magnetic storm, caused by a solar storm, the radiation environment around the Earth is enhanced and poses a risk to astronauts in space. Astronauts need to seek shelter to protect themselves until the storm dissipates.


Answer provided by Robert P. McCoy, Ph.D.


Image:K2S logosmall.jpg Question and Answer extracted from the book Kids to Space - by Lonnie Schorer