Which statement about solar wind is false?

A) Solar wind is created by fast-moving protons and electrons.
B) Solar wind is caused by heat in the Sun.
C) Solar wind includes periodic blasts of air.
D) Our Sun's solar winds are less intense now than in its early history.


Answer: C

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