Sun and Stars Review 3.9

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What is the Sun?

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The Sun is a medium-sized star that is the closest star to Earth.

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Why does the Sun appear brighter than other stars?

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The Sun appears brighter than other stars because it is closer to Earth.

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What is a star's brightness determined by?

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A star's brightness is determined by its size and distance from Earth.

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What is the size of the Sun compared to other stars?

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The Sun is a medium-sized star; there are larger stars in the galaxy.

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What question can you ask to learn about a star's features?

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You can ask, 'What are the star's size and brightness?'

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Why does the Sun look larger than other stars?

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The Sun looks larger than other stars because it is much closer to Earth.

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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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Can the Sun be the brightest star in the galaxy?

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No, the Sun is not the brightest star in the galaxy; it just appears brightest from Earth.

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What is a common misconception about the Sun?

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A common misconception is that the Sun is the largest star, but it is actually medium-sized.

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What do we call the stars that are far away from Earth?

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Stars that are far away from Earth are called distant stars.