Patches of cooler material on the Sun's surface are called
A) flares.
B) prominences.
C) cool spots.
D) sunspots.

Name: Patches of cooler material on the Sun's surface are called A) flares. B) prominences. C) cool spots. D) sunspots.
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Sunspots are areas on the Sun's surface that appear dark because they are cooler than surrounding areas. These spots are caused by interactions with the Sun's magnetic field.

Patches of Cooler Material on the Sun's Surface Are Called