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Did you know that space weather, or the conditions on the Sun and in space, can

directly affect communication systems and power grids here on Earth? If you enjoy

learning about the mysteries of space, then you should consider a career involving

space weather. A space weather forecaster uses spacecraft, telescopes, radar, and

supercomputers to monitor the sun, solar winds, and the space environment in

order to forecast the weather in space.

Did you know that space weatherrr, or the conditions on the Sun and in space, can

Are you interested in a career as a space

weather forecaster? Take some of the

following courses in high school.

• Astronomy • Earth Science


• Calculus • Physics


• Chemistry

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