How long does it take for light from the sun to reach Earth?
I WONDER - How Fast Does Light Travel?
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The video explains that sunlight reaches Earth in 8 minutes due to the high speed of light, which travels at 186,000 miles per second. This speed allows light to circle the Earth 7.5 times in just one second.
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Why does light from the sun take 8 minutes to reach Earth?
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What is the speed of light in miles per second?
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How many times could a beam of light go around the world in one second?
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What does the speed of light tell us about its travel capabilities?
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