[SCCC] A Big Sunspot Emerges

[Dennis Vernacchia]

From: SpaceWeather.com [mailto:swlist at spaceweather.com]
Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 2:52 PM
To: SpaceWeather.com
Subject: A Big Sunspot Emerges

Space Weather News for Oct. 25, 2009
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BIG SUNSPOT: The sun is showing signs of life. Sunspot 1029 emerged over the
weekend, and it is crackling with B- and C-class solar flares.  The active
region's magnetic polarity identifies it as a member of new Solar Cycle 24.
If its growth continues apace, sunspot 1029 could soon become the biggest
sunspot of 2009.  Check http://spaceweather.com for animations and updates.

MONDAY NIGHT SKY SHOW: When the sun sets on Monday, Oct. 26th, go outside
and look south. Jupiter and the Moon are converging for a beautiful
conjunction. The bright pair can been seen even through thinly-clouded skies
and city lights. Don't miss it!

CONNECT YOUR PHONE TO THE SKY:  Would you like a call when Earth-orbiting
satellites detect strong solar flares and solar wind gusts?  Sign up for
Spaceweather PHONE to turn your telephone into a bona fide solar activity
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