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Faculae
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What's The Definition Of Faculae?Synonyms | Synonyms for Faculae: Related Terms | Find terms related to Faculae: See Also | Faculae In Webster's Dictionary \Fac"u*l[ae]\, n. pl. [L., pl. of facula a little
torch.] (Astron.)
Groups of small shining spots on the surface of the sun which
are brighter than the other parts of the photosphere. They
are generally seen in the neighborhood of the dark spots, and
are supposed to be elevated portions of the photosphere.
--Newcomb.
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