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Origin and Evolution of the Universe — Unit test

Question 9 • WV-Earth and Space Science A-CR

What occurs as energy is transferred through the radiative zone of the Sun? Check all that apply.Gamma rays are produced.Photons are absorbed and reemitted.Energy is transferred through the large-scale movement of material.Photons are scattered in many directions.Energy is released into the photosphere.

Answer
A
Gamma rays are produced.
B
Photons are absorbed and reemitted.
C
Energy is transferred through the large-scale movement of material.
D
Photons are scattered in many directions.
E
Energy is released into the photosphere.

Explanation

In the Sun’s radiative zone, energy moves outward as photons repeatedly travel, get absorbed, and are reemitted; they are also scattered in many directions. Large-scale movement of material transfers energy in the convection zone, not the radiative zone. Gamma rays are produced mainly by fusion in the core, and energy is emitted from the photosphere rather than released into it.

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