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When the Solar Wind (Mostly Protons and Electrons, Emitted Continuously

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When the solar wind (mostly protons and electrons, emitted continuously at relatively high speeds by the Sun) approaches Mercury, it


A) is deflected around the planet by the magnetic field.
B) is absorbed and stopped by the atmosphere of the planet.
C) hits the surface directly, causing heat and a continuous fluorescent glow.
D) is repelled by the high electrostatic charge on the planet.

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