All you need to know about our SUN

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What is radiation sickness?

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A condition caused by exposure to high levels of radiation, which can damage tissues and organs.

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What are neutrinos?

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Tiny, fast-moving particles that are produced in nuclear reactions, such as those in the sun, making up about 2% of its mass.

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What does a spectroscope do?

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It gathers light from stars to determine what elements they are made of and in what quantities.

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What is the longest wavelength in the electromagnetic spectrum?

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Radio waves.

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What is the shortest wavelength in the electromagnetic spectrum?

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Gamma rays.

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What color of light do humans see best?

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Yellow, as it is in the middle of the visible light spectrum.

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What are sunspots?

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Dark spots on the sun's surface caused by magnetic activity, which can affect solar radiation.

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What is plasma?

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A state of matter consisting of charged particles, found in stars, including the sun.

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, radio waves, and gamma rays.

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What is solar flare?

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A sudden eruption of energy on the sun's surface that can release radiation into space.