Sun and Other Stars

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What is the main reason the sun appears larger and brighter than other stars?

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The sun appears larger and brighter than other stars because it is closer to Earth.

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What happens to the appearance of stars that are farther away?

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Stars that are farther away appear smaller and dimmer.

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What is a star?

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A star is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma held together by gravity.

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What is the closest star to Earth?

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The closest star to Earth is the sun.

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What is the main source of light and heat for our planet?

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The main source of light and heat for our planet is the sun.

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NGSS.5-PS3-1

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What are the two main types of stars?

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The two main types of stars are main-sequence stars and giant stars.

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What is a galaxy?

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A galaxy is a large system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is the Milky Way?

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The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is a supernova?

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A supernova is a powerful explosion that occurs at the end of a star's life cycle.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-3

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What is a light year?

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A light year is the distance that light travels in one year.