Which atmospheric phenomenon was named by Galileo Galilei in 1619?
The Phenomenon of Aurora Borealis: Exploring the Dancing Northern Lights

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Sunsets
Lightning flashes
Aurora Borealis
Rainbows
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What are the two mythological figures combined in the name 'Aurora Borealis'?
Aurora and Boreas
Zeus and Hera
Apollo and Artemis
Hades and Persephone
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What causes the auroras to appear in the Earth's atmosphere?
Refraction of sunlight
Reflection of moonlight
Volcanic eruptions
Energized particles from the sun
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where is the best place to observe auroras?
Near city lights
In tropical regions
In northern territories like Alaska and Norway
During full moons
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Are auroras unique to Earth?
Yes, but only during solar eclipses
No, but they are only visible from space
No, they are also found on other planets
Yes, only Earth has auroras
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