Solar wind

Solar wind

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Interactive Video

Science, Physics, Geography

6th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video explains how protons are emitted from the Sun's outer atmosphere at speeds up to 900 km/s. It discusses the solar wind's effects, including the Northern Lights, comet tails, and potential interference with Earth's electrical devices.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Describe the speed at which solar wind travels.

Less than 500 kilometres per second

Around 700 kilometres per second

Up to 900 kilometres per second

More than 1000 kilometres per second

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what way can solar wind interfere with human technology?

By enhancing signals

By causing electrical interference

By improving battery life

By increasing internet speed