4-1-13

Vinnie Caringella           

Astronomy

4-1-2013

Quiz 16

1.We know what is happening inside the Sun because mathematical models agree with observations of solar vibrations and solar neutrinos.

2. Changes in the organization of the Sun’s magnetic field.

3. The degree of activity varies.

4. Yes.

5. Yes.

6. For pioneering contributions to astrophysics, in particular for the detection of cosmic neutrinos.

7. 11 years.

8. Because strong magnetic activity inhibits convection from below.

9. Yes.

10. The continuous flow of charged particles from the sun that permeates the solar system.