Where Does Nuclear Fusion Occur in the Sun

question 52

Multiple Choice

Where does nuclear fusion occur in the Sun?

• A)on the surface
• B)anywhere below the surface
• C)in its core
• D)just above the visible surface
• E)all of the above

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