Sun and Stars Part 2 - Flashcard

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What is a prominence?

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A prominence is a giant loop of energy that leaps from the solar surface, often associated with solar activity.

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What is the solar cycle duration for sunspots?

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Sunspots vary in a cycle that lasts about 11 years.

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What is the final stage in the life cycle of a low-mass star?

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The final stage in the life cycle of a low-mass star is a white dwarf.

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When are auroras frequently seen?

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Auroras are frequently seen after Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs).

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What can gamma rays destroy?

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Gamma rays can destroy cancerous cells.

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What is a solar flare?

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A solar flare is a sudden eruption of energy on the sun's surface, releasing a large amount of radiation.

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What is a sunspot?

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A sunspot is a temporary phenomenon on the sun's photosphere that appears as spots darker than the surrounding areas.

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What is a neutron star?

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A neutron star is the remnants of a supernova explosion, composed mostly of neutrons and incredibly dense.

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What is a black hole?

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A black hole is a region in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.

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What causes solar wind?

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Solar wind is caused by the continuous flow of charged particles from the sun's corona.