Sun and Other Stars

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What is a star made of?

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Stars are made of burning gas.

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What might be affected by solar flares?

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Solar flares can affect phone reception, radio broadcasts, and satellites.

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

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the distance from a star that allows a planet to support life called?

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The distance is called the habitable zone.

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What happens to stars that are farther away?

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Stars that are farther away appear smaller and dimmer.

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What is the sun?

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

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What is a constellation?

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

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What is the main source of energy for stars?

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The main source of energy for stars is nuclear fusion.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates light and heat through nuclear reactions.

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What is a solar system?

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A solar system is a collection of planets and other celestial bodies that orbit a star.

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