Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

An area seen as a dark spot on the photosphere of the sun is better known as:

  1. Black Hole

  2. Red Giant

  3. Sunspot

  4. Nebula

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sunspots are dark, cooler areas on the photosphere (visible surface) of the Sun caused by concentrated magnetic fields inhibiting convection. They appear as dark spots against the brighter surrounding photosphere. Black holes are cosmic objects, red giants are star types, and nebulae are gas clouds.