Why do sunspots appear darker than the surrounding areas?
I WONDER - How Hot Are Sun Spots?

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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They are hotter than the surrounding areas.
They are cooler than the surrounding areas.
They emit more light than the surrounding areas.
They are made of different materials.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the typical temperature range of a sunspot?
3000 to 4000 kelvins
4000 to 5000 kelvins
2000 to 3000 kelvins
1000 to 2000 kelvins
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How much cooler are sunspots compared to their surroundings?
1000 to 3000 kelvins
500 to 1000 kelvins
3000 to 5000 kelvins
5000 to 7000 kelvins
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What effect does the temperature difference have on the appearance of sunspots?
They appear brighter.
They appear larger.
They appear darker.
They appear smaller.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason for the darker appearance of sunspots?
They are moving faster.
They are at a higher altitude.
They are at a lower temperature.
They are made of different elements.
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