Aurora

The video explains space weather, focusing on auroras caused by solar activity. It describes the aurora borealis and aurora australis, their formation due to solar wind and coronal mass ejections, and the role of Earth's magnetosphere. The video also covers the impact of geomagnetic storms on technology and the historical significance of auroras.

What is the aurora named after?

• A Roman goddess

• A type of wind

• A Greek god

• A famous scientist

What is the solar wind primarily composed of?

• Magnetic fields

• Invisible particles

• Sound waves

• Light waves

What is a coronal mass ejection (CME)?

• A protective layer around Earth

• A type of aurora

• A burst of energy from the sun's corona

• A type of solar flare

How can geomagnetic storms affect technology?

• By improving radio signals

• By affecting satellite communications

• By enhancing GPS accuracy

• By increasing internet speed

What shapes can auroras take?

• Circles and squares

• Lines and dots

• Triangles and hexagons

• Curtains and ribbons