The stream of charged particles given off by the Sun,which prevented the accumulation of hydrogen and helium during the formation of the terrestrial planets,is called ____________.
A) the aurora borealis
B) solar wind
C) the Sun's corona
D) the Van Allen belts

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The stream of charged particles given off by the Sun is called solar wind. This wind is responsible for blowing away lighter elements, especially hydrogen and helium, during the formation of the terrestrial planets. The other options, aurora borealis, the Sun's corona, and the Van Allen belts, are all related to the Sun's activity, but they are not directly connected to the prevention of hydrogen and helium accretion.

The Stream of Charged Particles Given Off by the Sun,which