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The state of matter in a star - including the surface - is called plasma. It is similar to a gas, the main difference being that many atoms are ionized.

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What is the most common state of the sun's surface?

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What is the convective zone of the sun made out of?

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The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, is not a state of matter itself but a natural light display caused by charged particles from the sun interacting with the Earth's atmosphere. These particles collide with gases such as oxygen and nitrogen, resulting in the emission of light. While the phenomenon occurs in the atmosphere, the gases involved are in a gaseous state. Therefore, the Aurora Borealis is a visual effect produced in the gaseous state of matter.


What state of matter is a star?

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