Multiple observational and historical studies confirm that the Sun rotates on its axis, exhibiting differential rotation across various latitudes and layers.
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Differential Rotation of the Solar Chromosphere: A Century-long Perspective from Kodaikanal Solar Observatory Ca ii K Data
2023 · cited by 14
This study measures the differential rotation of the solar chromosphere over a century of observations, confirming that the Sun rotates.
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Equator to Pole Solar Chromospheric Differential Rotation Using Ca-K Features Derived from Kodaikanal Data
2024 · cited by 5
This paper investigates the solar rotation rate across different latitudes using chromospheric features, supporting the fact that the Sun rotates on its axis.
Bošković’s Method for Determining the Axis and Rate of Solar Rotation by Observing Sunspots in 1777
2023 · cited by 2
This paper discusses historical and modern calculations of the solar rotation elements and axis based on sunspot observations, directly supporting the claim.