Understanding the Sun and Its Impact

What is the primary reason the Sun appears yellow or red during sunrise and sunset?

• The Sun changes color at different times of the day.

• The Earth's atmosphere scatters shortwave colors.

• The Sun is closer to the Earth during these times.

• The Sun's temperature decreases in the evening.

How does sunlight influence our internal biological clock?

• It changes the color of our eyes.

• It directly controls our heart rate.

• It sends signals to a master clock in the brain.

• It alters our DNA structure.

What is one potential health risk of being out of sync with the Sun?

• Higher rates of obesity

• Loss of hair

• Decreased lung capacity

• Increased risk of skin infections

What percentage of our energy was estimated to come from renewables by 2022?

• 30%

• 20%

• 10%

• 40%

What was the impact of the solar storm in 1859?

• It led to a worldwide blackout.

• It caused global warming.

• It increased the Earth's temperature.

• It knocked out the telegraph network.