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Things You Thought You Knew - The Ancient Planets

StarTalk Radio

CHAPTER

The Sun's Layers and Perception

This chapter explores the sun's atmosphere, focusing on the concept of its edge and the nature of plasma. It discusses the complexities of defining the sun's diameter and emphasizes how our understanding of celestial bodies is shaped by the limitations of visible light.

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