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Who studies the Sun?
Scientists, often astrophysicists and solar physicists, are the ones behind these discoveries. They use complex data from advanced instruments to analyse the Sun's behaviour. Their work helps us understand our star, which is vital for life on Earth and for protecting our technology from solar activity.
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