Computing average rate of mass loss from sun

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The discussion focuses on calculating the average rate of mass loss from the Sun due to solar wind and energy generation. Participants suggest using provided data on solar wind and energy density equations to derive the mass loss rate. It is noted that the mass lost through solar wind and fusion processes should be available in the chapter referenced. The key equations involve energy density and the Sun's temperature. Ultimately, the goal is to quantify the Sun's mass loss in kilograms per year.
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Homework Statement



Using the data on the solar wind given in this chapter, compute the averagerate of mass loss of our Sun(M(sun)/year) from:

a)the solar wind
b)energy generation

Homework Equations



possible equations: Energy density =(#density)*(energy per particle)= n*(3kT/2)
M(sun)=2*10^30 kg ; T(sun)= 5770 K ;

The Attempt at a Solution



to calculate average rate of mass loss in our sun, (M(sun)/year)*energy density of the sun perhap?
 
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I presume the chapter gives you some value for the mass lost through solar wind? I also assume that it will say something about the rate of mass lost from fusion (energy generation)?
 
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