Pressure distribution in the sun

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on the pressure distribution within the Sun, specifically from the core to the convection zone. It is established that the pressure in the core is approximately 25 PPa. Users are encouraged to explore additional resources to find comparable pressure values for the radiative and convection zones. The ideal gas law, represented as P = nkT, is suggested as a method for approximating pressure based on temperature and particle density.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of solar structure and zones (core, radiative zone, convection zone)
  • Familiarity with the ideal gas law (P = nkT)
  • Basic knowledge of pressure units (PPa)
  • Access to scientific resources on solar physics
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  • Research pressure values in the radiative zone of the Sun
  • Study the ideal gas law in the context of astrophysics
  • Explore solar interior models and their implications
  • Investigate the relationship between temperature, density, and pressure in stellar environments
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Astronomers, astrophysicists, and students studying solar physics or stellar structures will benefit from this discussion.

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Hi,

I am currently studying the internal structure of the sun and I was wondering if there exists scientific information regarding the pressure distribution along a hypothetical line from the core to the, let´s say, convection zone. You can find frequently in the internet that the pressure in the core is about 25 PPa. Are there comparable values for the radiative zone and the convection zone?

Greetings,

Andreas
 
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Thanks a lot, that gave me a good insight. I will study your links step by step.
 

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