The Sun

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What is the Sun?

Back

The Sun is a star at the center of our solar system that provides light and heat to Earth.

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What does the Sun produce for Earth?

Back

The Sun produces light and heat, which are essential for life on Earth.

Front

True or False: The Earth can survive without the Sun.

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False. The Earth needs the Sun to sustain life.

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What is another name for the core of the Sun?

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The core of the Sun is also called the center.

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What do the planets do around the Sun?

Back

The planets orbit around the Sun.

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How hot is the core of the Sun?

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The core of the Sun is about 27 million degrees Fahrenheit.

Front

What is the closest star to Earth?

Back

The closest star to Earth is the Sun.

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Name the eight planets in our solar system that orbit the Sun.

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Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune.

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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 role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides heat that causes water to evaporate, forming clouds and eventually precipitation.