NASA Measures All the Sun’s Energy to Earth

NASA Measures All the Sun’s Energy to Earth

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Physics, Science, Engineering

5th - 12th Grade

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The video explains how solar energy from the sun affects Earth, highlighting the regular solar cycles and their minimal variation in energy output. It discusses the importance of understanding this energy balance for climate change research. NASA's TSIS mission aims to provide accurate solar energy measurements to better isolate and quantify other influences on Earth's climate.

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What does the 100 pennies represent in the context of solar energy?

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How long is the solar cycle from minimum to maximum energy output?

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What is the estimated percentage change in the sun's energy output according to experts?

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Why is it important for scientists to understand the balance of energy from the sun and Earth?

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What is the purpose of NASA launching the Total and Spectral Solar Irradiance Sensor (TSIS)?

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