The Surprising Power of a Solar Storm Quiz

What natural phenomenon is most commonly associated with solar storms?

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

• Aurora borealis

• Hurricanes

What is the primary function of the SABER instrument on NASA's TIMED satellite?

• To track the movement of tectonic plates

• To monitor infrared emissions from Earth's upper atmosphere

• To observe wildlife migration patterns

• To measure ocean temperatures

Which two substances are described as natural thermostats in the upper atmosphere?

• Carbon dioxide and nitric oxide

• Nitrogen and helium

• Methane and ozone

• Oxygen and hydrogen

What is one positive effect of increased drag on low-orbiting satellites due to solar storms?

• It extends satellite lifespan

• It increases satellite speed

• It helps clear space junk

• It improves satellite communication

What is expected to happen as the solar cycle gains strength?

• Decrease in solar flares

• More opportunities to study solar storms

• Reduction in sunspots

• Stabilization of Earth's magnetic field