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Core of the sun

Last post 04-12-2010 1:31 AM by Emilia Kilpua. 1 replies.
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  • 04-11-2010 3:02 PM

    Core of the sun

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    does the sun have a core?

    Aaron B.

  • 04-12-2010 1:31 AM In reply to

    • Emilia Kilpua
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    Re: Core of the sun

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    Hi Aaron, 

    Yes, the sun has a core! The core extends to about one fifth of the solar radius and it has higher density and temperature than other parts of the Sun.  The core is a very important region as the main energy of the Sun is generated there by nuclear fusion. 

     
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