Based on its surface temperature of 5,800 K,what color are most of the photons that leave the Sun's surface?
A)blue
B)red
C)yellow
D)orange
E)green

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The Sun's surface temperature of 5,800 K corresponds to a peak emission in the visible spectrum around the green wavelength, according to Wien's displacement law. However, the Sun emits a broad spectrum of light, which appears white or yellowish to our eyes.

Based on Its Surface Temperature of 5,800 K,what Color Are