Brightness of the Sun and Other Stars

Front

What is the scientific term for 'the way something looks'?

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Apparent

Front

The closest stars to our solar system are part of the _____________.

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Alpha Centauri star system

Front

What is the only star in our solar system that provides energy for life on Earth?

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Sun

Front

What are the names of the stars that are part of the Alpha Centauri star system?

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Alpha Centauri A, Alpha Centauri B, Proxima Centauri

Front

What is the term that scientists use to measure distance in space?

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Light year

Front

What is the brightness of a star as seen from Earth called?

Back

Apparent magnitude

Front

What is the term for the actual brightness of a star?

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Absolute magnitude

Front

What is the closest star to Earth after the Sun?

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Proxima Centauri

Front

What is the main source of energy for the Sun?

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Nuclear fusion

Front

What is the process called when the Sun converts hydrogen into helium?

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Nuclear fusion