Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What is a bright region in the Sun called?

  1. Flare

  2. Plage

  3. Prominence

  4. Sunspot

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Plages are bright, magnetically active regions in the Sun's chromosphere that appear as extended bright areas. They're typically found near sunspots and are associated with strong magnetic fields, distinguishing them from other solar phenomena like flares and prominences.