Solar Cycle Update Quiz

What was unexpected about the solar activity in 2013?

• It was higher than expected.

• It was lower than expected.

• It was exactly as predicted.

• It was not observed at all.

What is a characteristic of a double-peaked solar maximum?

• It is weaker than a single peak.

• It only happens in the southern hemisphere.

• It has two peaks of solar activity.

• It occurs every 5 years.

How long can the solar cycle take to complete?

• More than 15 years

• Between 10 to 13 years

• Less than 10 years

• Exactly 11 years

What was the predicted maximum sunspot number for Solar Cycle 24?

• 110

• 50

• 90

• 70

Which past solar cycle is Solar Cycle 24 compared to?

• Solar Cycle 16

• Solar Cycle 12

• Solar Cycle 14

• Solar Cycle 18