The Strongest Solar Flare in Over a Decade

The Strongest Solar Flare in Over a Decade

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Physics, Science, Other

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses two major events in space: NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson's record-breaking mission and a significant solar storm. Whitson returned from the ISS with numerous records, including the longest time spent in space by an American and the most spacewalks by a woman. Her work in microgravity contributed to research on vision problems and cancer treatments. Meanwhile, a powerful solar storm occurred, marked by an X9.3 solar flare, the strongest since 2006. The storm, occurring during a period of low solar activity, affected satellites and power grids but caused no major damage. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding solar activity and mentions the upcoming Parker Solar Probe mission.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What record did Peggy Whitson set during her time on the ISS?

First woman to walk on the moon

Most time spent in space by any American

First person to travel to Mars

Youngest astronaut to go to space

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the scientific focuses of Peggy Whitson's research on the ISS?

Exploring the surface of Mars

Developing new rocket propulsion systems

Studying the effects of microgravity on vision

Testing new space suits

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the classification of the strongest solar flares?

Class A

Class B

Class X

Class M

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual event occurred during a period of minimal solar activity?

A large solar storm occurred

A new planet was discovered

The sun stopped emitting light

The Earth's magnetic field reversed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the Parker Solar Probe?

To find new habitable planets

To explore the surface of Mars

To investigate mysteries about the sun

To study the moons of Jupiter