Exploring Space Weather
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Which of the following is true about space weather?

  • Space weather is caused by activity on Earth's surface
  • Space weather is not related to the Sun
  • Space weather can only affect Earth
  • Space weather can damage satellites and cause electrical blackouts (correct)

How does space weather travel from the Sun to Earth?

  • Through the Sun's surface
  • Through the solar wind (correct)
  • Through the Earth's magnetic field
  • Through the Earth's atmosphere

What is the source of space weather?

  • Magnetic field activity
  • The solar wind
  • Activity on Earth's surface
  • The Sun's hot outer atmosphere (correct)

What protects Earth from space weather?

<p>The Earth's magnetic field (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed at which the solar wind carries particles towards Earth?

<p>Up to a million miles per hour (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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