Our violent Sun
Chapter 1
The nuclear heart of our star
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Chapter 2
The chaotic magnetic surface
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Chapter 3
Storms that strike the Earth
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Chapter 4
The death of our star
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YOUR GOAL
Master of Our violent Sun
Ch 1 · The nuclear heart of our star
Fun Fact
Photon travel time: A particle of light takes over 100,000 years to leave the Sun's interior, but only 8 minutes to reach Earth.
Glossary
nuclear fusion (noun)
A nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing vast amounts of energy. This reaction converts 600 million tons of the Sun's hydrogen into helium every second.
A nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing vast amounts of energy. This reaction converts 600 million tons of the Sun's hydrogen into helium every second.
Quiz
How long does it take for a photon to travel through the Sun's dense radiative zone?