A student reads that a prominence is an arc-shaped outward extension of gases from the Sun’s surface that extends up to thousands of miles and can last for several months. When a prominence breaks down, what likely effect will occur? A. The prominence will eject materials that will lead to a meteor shower on Earth’s surface.
B. The prominence will release large amounts of energy into space that can affect Earth.
C. The prominence will release enormous amounts of heat and lead to longer summers on Earth.
D. The prominence will eject particles that will eventually reach Earth’s surface and cause a cooling effect in the oceans.