If a Sunspot Is Half as Bright as the Surrounding

question 43

Essay

If a sunspot is half as bright as the surrounding photosphere of the Sun, what is the approximate temperature of the gas in the sunspot if the photosphere's average temperature is 5800 K?

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Definitions:

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Conditions affecting the lungs, like emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that result in challenges in breathing.

Barrel Chest

A rounded, bulging chest shape often associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory conditions.

Common Cold

A viral infectious disease that primarily affects the nose and throat, characterized by coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose.

Influenza

A highly contagious viral infection that attacks the respiratory system, characterized by symptoms like fever, cough, and muscle aches.