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Earth's Climate History

Question 137411 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S1-Nelson

How can sunspots affect Earth’s climate?

Answer
A
An increase in sunspots could cause an increase in Earth’s temperature.
B
The magnetic pull of sunspots could change the shape of Earth’s orbit.
C
A decrease in sunspots could cause an increase in Earth’s temperature.
D
Sunspots can contribute to the buildup of greenhouse gases.

Explanation

Sunspots are linked to periods of greater solar activity, which can slightly increase the Sun’s energy reaching Earth. That added energy could contribute to a small increase in Earth’s temperature. Sunspots do not change Earth’s orbit or produce greenhouse gases.

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