Which set of terms describes a realistic cause-effect relationship between solar weather and Earth's magnetosphere? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

Question

Responses

radiation belt -- aurora

geomagnetic storm -- aurora

coronal mass ejection -- geomagnetic storm

solar wind -- interplanetary magnetic field

Answer 1

The two correct answers are:

1. Geomagnetic storm -- aurora: Geomagnetic storms are caused by disturbances in Earth's magnetosphere, which occur as a result of changes in solar weather. These storms can cause auroras, which are colorful displays of light in the sky.

2. Coronal mass ejection -- geomagnetic storm: Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) are large eruptions of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun. When a CME reaches Earth, it can cause a geomagnetic storm by interacting with our planet's magnetosphere.