The Science of the Sun

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What are the outer layers of the sun?

Corona, Transition Region, Chromosphere, Photosphere

What are the inner layers of the sun?

Convection zone, radiative zone, core

How does the sun sustain life on earth?

By providing warmth, controlling weather, ocean currents, seasons, climate, and providing light energy for plants and animals.

What is the composition of the sun's corona and how does it differ from the photosphere?

The sun's corona is the outermost layer of the sun's atmosphere and is composed of extremely hot, ionized gases. It differs from the photosphere in temperature and composition. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process of energy transfer in the radiative zone of the sun.

In the radiative zone, energy is transferred through the absorption and re-emission of photons as they travel through the dense plasma. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the role of the sun in controlling ocean currents and weather patterns.

The sun's energy drives atmospheric and oceanic circulation, which in turn influence weather patterns and ocean currents. Signup and view all the answers

What is the age of the sun and what is its classification as a star?

The sun is 4.5 billion years old and classified as a dwarf star. Signup and view all the answers

What are the layers of the sun in order from the most outer to the most inner layer?

The layers of the sun in order from the most outer to the most inner layer are Corona, Transition Region, Chromosphere, Photosphere, Convection zone, radiative zone, and core. Signup and view all the answers

How does the sun's energy sustain life on earth?

The sun's energy sustains life on earth by providing warmth, controlling weather, ocean currents, seasons, climate, and providing light energy for plants and animals. Signup and view all the answers