During the Sun's Main-Sequence Lifetime, ____

question 29

Multiple Choice

During the Sun's main-sequence lifetime, ____.

• A) the solar wind will remove about 50% of the Sun's total mass
• B) the solar wind will remove about 10% of the Sun's total mass
• C) the solar wind will remove 1-2% of the Sun's total mass
• D) the solar wind will remove a tiny fraction of the Sun's total mass
• E) mass loss from the solar wind will be balanced by material falling onto the surface from the corona

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Definitions:

Sodium Excretion

The process by which the kidneys remove excess sodium ions from the body to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.

Internal Fertilization

The process by which sperm fertilizes an egg inside the body of an organism, common in terrestrial animals.

External Fertilization

The process in which gametes meet outside the body, typically when females release eggs and males release sperm into the surrounding water; occurs in most aquatic invertebrates, bony fishes, and amphibians. Compare with internal fertilization.

Protective Environment

A setting or condition designed to prevent harm or damage, typically used in the context of safeguarding human health or ecosystems.