High Five Facts - Sun

The video presents five fascinating facts about the sun, including its distance from Earth, its life cycle, its essential role in supporting life, its gravitational influence on the solar system, and the phenomenon of solar eclipses. Each fact is explained in detail, highlighting the sun's importance and its various characteristics.

How far is the sun from Earth, and how long does it take for sunlight to reach us?

• 150 million miles; 12 minutes

• 93 million miles; 8 minutes and 20 seconds

• 150 million kilometers; 10 minutes

• 93 million kilometers; 5 minutes

What is the next stage in the sun's life cycle after it becomes a red giant?

• Supernova

• White dwarf

• Black hole

• Neutron star

Why is the sun crucial for life on Earth?

• It creates water

• It offers warmth and light

• It produces carbon dioxide

• It provides oxygen

What is the origin of the term 'solar system'?

• From the Greek word for sun

• From the Latin word 'sol'

• From the Roman god of the sun

• From the ancient Egyptian sun deity

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The moon blocks the sun from the Earth

• The Earth blocks the moon from the sun

• The Earth blocks the sun from the moon

• The sun blocks the moon from the Earth