Question 1: The Marvels of Earth: Our Planet's Natural Wonders Quiz

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What cosmic phenomenon creates the stunning Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights)?

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The Aurora Borealis and Australis are created when energized particles from the sun (solar wind) collide with gases in Earth's upper atmosphere, guided by the planet's magnetic field.

A. Moonlight reflecting off ice crystals

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B. Particles from the sun hitting the atmosphere

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C. Weather patterns in the upper stratosphere

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D. Light pollution from major cities

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What cosmic phenomenon creates the stunning Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights)?

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