To begin, design a solar model that meets the given criteria: projected lifespan of the sun based on its initial mass
location of nuclear fusion within the sun based on its star age and mass
types of energy released due to nuclear fusion
approximate ratio of hydrogen and helium in the sun’s core based on its current age.
Your model can be an illustration or diagram of the given criteria. You may choose to draw it freehand and photograph the drawing for your instructor, or you may use a computer program to digitally create your model. You will add your illustration/diagram to your Stars and Elements Worksheet.

Be sure your model includes the items listed in the checklist below.

Checklist

Your model should include:

Label the products of nuclear fusion: nucleosynthesis, radiation, and charged particles

Label the ratio of hydrogen and helium in our current sun.

Timeline of approximate lifespan of sun, including predicted stages of stellar life cycle

Label locations of nuclear fusion, convection, and radiation in the sun (for current age).