Where in the Sun Does Fusion of Hydrogen Occur

question 36

Multiple Choice

Where in the Sun does fusion of hydrogen occur?

• A) only in the core
• B) only near the photosphere (its visible surface layer)
• C) pretty much throughout the entire body of the Sun
• D) only in the layer where there is a lot of convection going on
• E) nowhere

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Definitions:

Magnetizing Flux

The magnetic field generated in a material, or space, by the flow of electric current or by magnetization.

Flux Coupling

The process or degree to which magnetic lines of force pass from one component to another, such as in transformers.

Flux Reactance

The opposition that inductance offers to alternating current due to the magnetic flux linkage.

Step-Down Transformer

A transformer that produces a lower voltage at its secondary than is applied to its primary.