Multiple Choice
We know the Sun's corona is very hot because
A) we observe it emitting radiation at visible wavelengths.
B) the chromosphere and the photosphere are that hot, too.
C) we observe absorption from highly ionized atoms of iron and calcium in its spectrum.
D) the gas emits most of its radiation at radio wavelengths.
E) all of the above
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