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How does the sun atmosphere differ from its interior?

Answer 1

Joseph Allen

It differs in temperature and density.

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Answer 2

Matthew Arnold

The Sun's temperature difference between its interior and atmosphere is enormous: the temperature of the interior is only about 15 million degrees Celsius, whereas the temperature of the outer layer, known as the corona, is in the millions of degrees Celsius. In addition, the atmosphere contains features that are absent from the interior, such as prominences and solar flares.

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