P2e Moon And Solar Flares
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The Moon
The Moon• Unlike the Earth the Moon does not have an ________ core
• Scientists believe it was formed around 4 billion years ago
Formation
Formation• Theory: Another _________ collided with Earth
• Roughly the same size as _________
Formation• All of the heavy ________ from the ______ ended up in the ________
• The lighter material formed the __________
Animation
Formation
Formation• Proof: Rocks brought back from the ________ are very similar to those found on _________
Solar Flares
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Solar Flares
Solar Flares
Solar Flares• Vast clouds of
________ particles
• Ejected at _______ speed
• Produce strong _________ fields
Solar FlaresCan cause various
problems:
• Radio interference• Voltage surges in
power grids• Damage to satellite
electronics