Multiple Choice
How is Einstein's famous equation, E = mc2, important in understanding the Sun?
A) The Sun has a magnetic field strong enough to influence the atmospheres of the planets.
B) The Sun is extremely massive.
C) The Sun generates energy to shine by losing 4 million tons of mass each second.
D) The Sun's surface temperature is about 6,000° Celsius.
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