Multiple Choice
Which of these phenomena is NOT a characteristic of the peak period in the solar activity cycle?
A) increased surface temperature on the Sun and a measurable increase in the temperature of Earth's atmosphere
B) increased solar flare activity with consequent disruption of radio communications on Earth
C) stronger magnetic field on the Sun and increased numbers of sunspots
D) enhanced aurora activity on Earth
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