I WONDER - How Far Away Is The Sun?

The video explores the sun's distance from Earth, its role in the solar system, and its characteristics as a yellow dwarf star. It explains the significance of the sun's distance for life on Earth, the concept of light travel time, and how Earth's orbit defines a year.

What is the sun's role in the solar system?

• It is a moon of Jupiter.

• It is a star at the center of the solar system.

• It is a planet that orbits Earth.

• It is a comet passing through the solar system.

What type of star is the sun classified as?

• Red giant

• Blue supergiant

• White dwarf

• Yellow dwarf

How does the sun's distance from Earth benefit us?

• It makes Earth too hot to sustain life.

• It ensures Earth receives a safe amount of light and energy.

• It keeps Earth in complete darkness.

• It causes Earth to freeze.

How long does it take for sunlight to reach Earth?

• 8.3 light minutes

• 8.3 light seconds

• 8.3 hours

• 8.3 light years

What is a 'year' defined as in terms of planetary motion?

• The time it takes for the moon to orbit Earth.

• The time it takes for the sun to orbit the galaxy.

• The time it takes for a planet to orbit the sun once.

• The time it takes for a planet to rotate once on its axis.