Which of the following statements is an inference from a model (rather than an observation)?
A)The Sun emits neutrinos.
B)The photosphere emits visible light.
C)The photosphere is made out of mainly hydrogen and helium.
D)The corona is hotter than the photosphere.
E)The Sun's core is gradually turning hydrogen into helium.

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The conversion of hydrogen into helium in the Sun's core cannot be directly observed, but is inferred from our understanding of nuclear fusion and the energy output of the Sun.

Which of the Following Statements Is an Inference from a Model