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Why is the sun's surface temp 5400 degrees Kelvin and the less dense corona in the millions, how does it work?
I have a question about the sun. How come the surface temperature is 5400 degrees Kelvin, but the corona, which is less dense, is in the millions? Can you explain that to me?
The temperature difference between the surface of the sun and the corona is due to a phenomenon called the "heat paradox." Essentially, the corona is heated by the energy released by magnetic fields, while the photosphere is heated by the energy released through nuclear fusion. Does that help answer your question?