COSEE Ocean Systems: News
Sun Oddly Quiet -- Hints at Next "Little Ice Age"?
Description: The sun is the least active it's been in decades. The lull is causing some scientists to recall the unusual cold spell in Europe and North America, which lasted from about 1300 to 1850. If current climate changes happen during a time when there is a lull in solar activity - what might that bode for the future.  How will this affect our understanding of climate change? [Source: National Geographic News]
URL: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2009/05/090504-sun-global-cooling.html
Availability: Full Text
Source: National Geographic News
Publish Date: 2/15/2010
Reading Level: Basic
Page Length: 2

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