Multiple Choice
In the figure below, one can see that the Sun's surface appears darker towards the edges or "limbs" of the disk of the Sun.Why does this happen?
A) the chromosphere casts shadows on the edges of the Sun from our perspective.
B) the corona casts shadows on the edges of the Sun from our perspective.
C) the Sun is a higher temperature at the edges of the disk.
D) the viewing angle and lower temperature of the Sun's outer layers results in a dimming effect.
E) sunspots look much bigger when viewed edge-on.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q86: What is "limb darkening"? Explain why limb
Q87: How do periods of strong solar activity
Q88: The region of dominance of the solar
Q89: Because the Sun is in hydrostatic equilibrium,
Q90: Which of these can travel directly from
Q92: Hydrostatic equilibrium is a balance between<br>A) heat
Q93: The figure below shows a diagram of
Q94: Boiling water is an example of energy
Q95: The solar spectrum is an example of
Q96: The figure below shows the Sun during