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Which layer of the sun radiates light?

That would be an outer layer called the, "Photosphere".


How does a star keep shining?

A star shines due to nuclear fusion in its core, where hydrogen atoms combine to form helium, releasing energy in the process. This energy radiates outwards, providing the star with heat and light. This process can last for billions of years until the star exhausts its nuclear fuel.


What celestial object radiates light to earth?

The celestial object that primarily radiates light to Earth is the Sun. It is a star at the center of our solar system, emitting energy through nuclear fusion processes. This light not only illuminates our planet but also drives climate and weather systems, making it essential for life on Earth. Other celestial objects, like stars and galaxies, also emit light, but their brightness is far less compared to that of the Sun.


The layer of the sun that radiates most of the light that reaches earth is called the?

The Photosphere is the layer of the sun or any star that radiates light. This layer is extended into the Sun's surface until its plasma shows opacity, and reaches the equivalent of an optical depth of two-thirds. The Photosphere is the deepest part of a star that has photon transparency depending on wavelength.


Why the sun a star but the moon is not?

A star is an object that radiates its own heat and light. A typical star is a superheated ball of hydrogen and helium that releases energy through nuclear fusion. The moon is much smaller and less massive than any star and is mostly made of rock. It does not produce its own light, but simply reflects light from the sun.