What is the primary reason sunspots appear darker than their surroundings?
Sunspots Revealed

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They emit less light.
They are cooler than their surroundings.
They are made of different materials.
They are covered by solar dust.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the typical cycle duration of sunspot activity?
5 years
7 years
15 years
11 years
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a consequence of geomagnetic storms on Earth?
Increased rainfall
Disruption of shortwave radio communications
Decreased wind speeds
Higher temperatures
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role do solar telescopes like Hinode play in sunspot research?
They capture images of distant galaxies.
They help in perfecting sunspot models.
They measure the temperature of the sun.
They track the movement of planets.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How might a better understanding of sunspots contribute to climate science?
By measuring the Earth's magnetic field
By clarifying the role of solar cycles in climate change
By determining the exact temperature of the sun
By predicting volcanic eruptions
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