Is the Sun's Surface Actually Solid and Electrically Conductive?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the nature of the Sun's surface, specifically the claim that it is solid and electrically conductive, as proposed by one participant. The scope includes theoretical implications and challenges to this model, with participants providing feedback and counterarguments.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Exploratory, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents evidence from satellite programs (TRACE, SOHO, YOHKOH) to support the theory of a solid, electrically conductive surface beneath the photosphere of the Sun.
  • Another participant references a related claim that the solid surface is composed of calcium ferrite.
  • Some participants argue that the extreme surface temperature of approximately 6000°C makes the existence of any solid surface highly unlikely, noting that this temperature exceeds the boiling point of known materials.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express disagreement regarding the nature of the Sun's surface, with some supporting the solid surface theory and others challenging its plausibility based on temperature considerations.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not resolve the assumptions regarding the definitions of "solid" and "electrically conductive," nor does it address the implications of extreme temperatures on material states.

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I believe that I have compiled compelling evidence from the TRACE, SOHO and YOHKOH satellite programs to suggest that the sun has a solid, electrically conductive surface that lies underneath the photosphere.

You can find my website with lots of video and photographic evidence to support this theory at:

http://www.thesurfaceofthesun.com

I would appreciate any SCIENTIFIC feedback, specifically skeptical feedback to the model I've presented. Please limit your feedback to a SCIENTIFIC refute rather than attacking the messenger.
 
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For a quicker description of what michael thinks, you can also reference http://www.christianforums.com/t1699184-the-surface-of-the-sun.html.

He believes the sun has a solid surface made up of calcium ferrite.
 
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Considering that the surface temperature is around 6000 deg C and it gets hotter as you go down, anything solid seems extremely unlikely.
 
mathman said:
Considering that the surface temperature is around 6000 deg C and it gets hotter as you go down, anything solid seems extremely unlikely.
6000°C is above the boiling point of all the elements and any know material we have on earth.
 

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