Solar activity makes space junk crash to Earth faster Scientists studied how space junk moved in orbit over a 36-year span, finding that increased solar activity caused it to fall to Earth faster. Astrobitica May 6, 2026 (Last updated: May 8, 2026) 1 minute read Scientists studied how space junk moved in orbit over a 36-year span, finding that increased solar activity caused it to fall to Earth faster. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts This post was originally published on this site Post navigation Previous: Get more for your credits with the best leftover Lego Star Wars Day dealsNext: Scientists created one of the largest simulations of our universe ever — about the size of 500,000 HD movies