Sun and Other Stars

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What is a star made of?

Back

A star is made of burning gas.

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Why does the sun appear so much larger and brighter than other stars?

Back

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

Front

What is the Earth's path around the Sun called?

Back

The Earth's path around the Sun is called an orbit.

Front

What happens to stars that are farther away?

Back

Stars that are farther away appear smaller and not as bright.

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Why do we only see certain constellations at certain times of the year?

Back

We only see certain constellations at certain times of the year because of Earth's orbit around the sun.

Front

What is the sun?

Back

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

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What is a constellation?

Back

A constellation is a group of stars that form a pattern in the sky.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

Back

A planet does not produce its own light, while a star does.

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What is light year?

Back

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

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What is the Milky Way?

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