photospheric

/ˌfoʊtoʊˈsfɛrɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to the photosphere of a star, especially the sun.
    • Photospheric activity can affect satellite communications on Earth.
    • The telescope captured detailed images of photospheric granules.
    • Solar flares originate from photospheric magnetic fields.
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