Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

what is the resion behind black spots on the Sun?

  1. Local Magnetic field

  2. Crators

  3. Volcanos

  4. lack of hydrogen on that region
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Explanation

The dark spots on the Sun, called sunspots, are caused by intense local magnetic fields. These magnetic fields inhibit convection, making those regions cooler and appear darker than the surrounding areas. They are not caused by craters, volcanoes, or lack of hydrogen.

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