How Scientists Listen To The Sun To Detect Hidden Sunspots | BBC Earth Science

Astrophysicist Sarbani Basu explains a technique that lets scientists detect sunspots that cannot be seen directly. The method, described as groundbreaking, aims to help researchers prepare for powerful solar storms. The clip comes from the BBC series Science's Greatest Mysteries (2022).

• Astrophysicist Sarbani Basu presents the approach
• Scientists detect hidden sunspots that are not visible
• The technique may help prepare for powerful solar storms
• From the BBC series Science's Greatest Mysteries (2022)

How can scientists detect dangerous sunspots they can't even see? Astrophysicist Sarbani Basu explores a groundbreaking technique that could help us prepare for powerful solar storms. This clip is from Science's Greatest Mysteries (2022) #BBCEarthScience #SolarStorm #Sunspots #Astronomy #Physics #Helioseismology Best of Earth Science: http://bit.ly/EarthLabOriginals Best of BBC Earth: http://bit.ly/TheBestOfBBCEarthVideos This is a channel from BBC Studios who help fund new BBC programmes. Service information and feedback: http://bbcworldwide.com/vod-feedback--contact-details.aspx