What fact is indicated by aurora formation in the thermosphere?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Upper atmosphere is affected by solar particles and magnetic effects
Auroras occur when energetic charged particles from the Sun interact with gases in the upper atmosphere, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. This demonstrates that the thermosphere and nearby upper regions are strongly influenced by solar radiation and magnetospheric effects, so option A is correct. The other choices incorrectly associate ozone concentration, rivers, or rainfall with layers where those processes do not explain auroras.
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Upper atmosphere is affected by solar particles and magnetic effects
Why is this the correct answer?
Auroras occur when energetic charged particles from the Sun interact with gases in the upper atmosphere, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. This demonstrates that the thermosphere and nearby upper regions are strongly influenced by solar radiation and magnetospheric effects, so option A is correct. The other choices incorrectly associate ozone concentration, rivers, or rainfall with layers where those processes do not explain auroras.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Introduction to Accounting. Topic: Accounting Information.