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The Parker Solar Probe is a NASA spacecraft that has made history by attempting the closest-ever approach to the Sun. It plunges into the Sun's outer atmosphere, enduring extreme temperatures and radiation. During its fly-by, the probe goes out of communication for several days, and scientists await a signal to confirm its survival. The mission aims to help us better understand how the Sun works. This tag covers discussions about the Parker Solar Probe's record-breaking journey and its scientific goals.
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    NEWS Spacecraft attempts closest-ever approach to Sun

    Sorry this is a day or so late. :) A Nasa spacecraft is attempting to make history with the closest-ever approach to the Sun. The Parker Solar Probe is plunging into our star's outer atmosphere, enduring brutal temperatures and extreme radiation. It is out of communication for several days...
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    • communication blackout extreme temperatures heliophysics nasa parker solar probe radiation solar physics solar wind space exploration spaceflight sun
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