Understanding Solar Storms and Their Impact

What natural phenomenon can the severe solar storm trigger as far south as Alabama?

• Tornadoes

• Auroras

• Earthquakes

• Hurricanes

Which past event is referenced as a comparison to the current solar storm?

• The 1987 Black Monday

• The 1999 Y2K bug

• The 2012 Mayan apocalypse

• The 2003 Halloween storm

On the G scale, what classification is given to the most extreme solar storms?

• G7

• G5

• G3

• G1

What is the primary cause of the current solar storm?

• A volcanic eruption

• A meteor shower

• A cluster of sunspots

• A lunar eclipse

What protects Earth from the destructive potential of solar flares and storms?

• The ozone layer

• The ocean currents

• The magnetic field

• The atmosphere

What is the solar cycle period during which the sun is most active?

• Solstice

• Equinox

• Solar maximum

• Solar minimum

Which historical solar storm event is mentioned as lasting almost a week?

• The Mount St. Helens eruption

• The Krakatoa eruption

• The Tunguska event

• The Carrington event

What type of communication is most likely to be affected by the solar storm?

• Fiber optic internet

• High-frequency radio waves

• Satellite television

• Mobile phone networks

What precaution is suggested to mitigate the impact of potential blackouts?

• Keeping devices charged

• Building underground shelters

• Stockpiling food

• Using solar panels

What is the main purpose of the NOAA warning regarding the solar storm?

• To alert the public of a meteor shower

• To inform about a new satellite launch

• To allow infrastructure protection measures

• To announce a new space mission