Structure of the Sun Homework:

Pg. 755-760

Name: Date; Period:

Define the following:
Nuclear Fusion




Radiative Zone




Convective Zone




Photosphere




Chromosphere




Corona








Describe:
Describe the composition of the sun (in terms of elements)





Describe how scientists use spectra to determine the composition of stars





Describe whether the amount of hydrogen in the sun will increase or decrease over the next few
million years. Explain your reasoning





Explain:
Explain how the sun converts matter into energy in its core





Explain why the suns corona can be seen during an eclipse but not at other times