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Astro*Dictionary by Michael Erlewine

 

 

 

 

1 article for "Photosphere"

Photosphere [Astro*Index]

The lower portion of the solar atmosphere, or the apparent surface of the Sun, from which radiation escapes into space.

See also:
♦ Astronomy ♦ Sun ♦ Granulation ♦ Sunspot

 

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