The Sun

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What is the Sun?

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The Sun is a star at the center of our solar system.

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What is the primary composition of the Sun?

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The Sun is primarily made of burning gases, mainly hydrogen and helium.

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How do we measure the Sun?

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We measure the Sun using photos and various instruments that capture its light and radiation.

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What are the two main things the Sun provides to Earth?

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The Sun provides light and heat to Earth.

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How long has the Sun been shining?

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The Sun has been shining for approximately 4.5 billion years.

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What is the process by which the Sun generates energy?

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The Sun generates energy through nuclear fusion, where hydrogen atoms combine to form helium.

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What is the significance of the Sun's light for life on Earth?

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The Sun's light is essential for photosynthesis, which is the process that allows plants to produce food and oxygen.

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What is solar radiation?

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Solar radiation is the energy emitted by the Sun, which includes visible light, ultraviolet light, and infrared radiation.

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What role does the Sun play in the solar system?

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The Sun's gravitational pull keeps the planets, including Earth, in orbit around it.

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What are sunspots?

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Sunspots are temporary phenomena on the Sun's photosphere that appear as spots darker than the surrounding areas.