GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -If these charged particles get too close to the Earth’s surface they will interact with atoms in the atmosphere causing release of light. The glowing regions is called an aurora. Auroras are most commonly seen near the poles sine this is the location that the aprticles are closest the Earth’s surface.

Detailed explanation-2: -The solar wind is created by the outward expansion of plasma (a collection of charged particles) from the Sun’s corona (outermost atmosphere). This plasma is continually heated to the point that the Sun’s gravity can’t hold it down.

Detailed explanation-3: -Solar radiation is the energy emitted by the Sun, which is sent in all directions through space as electromagnetic waves. Emitted by the surface of the Sun, this energy influences atmospheric and climatological processes.

Detailed explanation-4: -When the solar wind reaches Earth it sends a flurry of charged particles into the magnetosphere and along Earth’s magnetic field lines, towards the poles. The interaction of these particles with Earth’s atmosphere can produce glowing aurora displays above polar regions.