Satellites in Low-Earth Orbits Are More Likely to Crash to Earth

question 112

Multiple Choice

Satellites in low-Earth orbits are more likely to crash to Earth when the sunspot cycle is near solar maximum because

• A)it is too dangerous to send the Space Shuttle to service satellites during solar maximum.
• B)Earth's upper atmosphere tends to expand during solar maximum,exerting drag on satellites in low orbits.
• C)of increased magnetic interference.
• D)they are more likely to have their electronics "fried" by a solar flare during solar maximum.