Question

Name and describe the six layers of the sun, in order from innermost to outermost.

Answer 1

1.) core- the central region where nuclear reactions consume hydrogen to form helium

2.) radiative zone- the section of solar interior between the innermost core and the outer convective zone.

3.) convection zone- where light (photons) is created.

4.) photosphere- the visible surface of the sun that we are most familiar with

5.) chromosphere- second most outer layer of the sun. due to low density it is relatively transparent and only apparent during eclipses.

6.) corona- an aura of plasma that surrounds the sun and other stars but is usually hidden by the bright light of the sun’s surface.