what are sun spots?

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what are sun spots on the sun?

2007-01-29 09:39:57 · 3 answers · asked by Eden B 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space

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spots on the sun duh

2007-01-29 09:45:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋

Sunspots are areas of the sun where convection is inhibited by magnetic field activity. They cause the area to remain cooler than the rest of the surface. Hence they appear as "dark spots" during safe observation of the sun. They are not really dark per se, just less bright than the surrounding areas due to being cooler.

2007-01-29 09:46:43 · answer #2 · answered by Arkalius 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋

storms (hurricanes) or freckles, depending on how you look at it (but don't look at it!)

2007-01-29 09:46:13 · answer #3 · answered by fjpoblam 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋