Analysis

Question 1

Explain three ways sunspots impact life on Earth:

Answer 1

• the bigger the group of sunspots the more intense the solar weather tends to be. Flares and CMEs (Coronal Mass Ejections) can send enormous amounts of energy to the Earth’s atmosphere, where magnetic storms can be caused
• can wreck havoc with electrical grids
• can cause auroral activity

Question 2

What does Havoc stands for?

Answer 2

Exploration of Venus

Question 3

How often does the cycle of maximum and minimum activity repeat?

Answer 3

Sunspot activity cycles about every 11 years