8.8B The Sun

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What is the Sun?

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The Sun is a star at the center of our solar system, providing light and heat to the planets, including Earth.

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How many stars are in the Milky Way galaxy?

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The Milky Way galaxy contains billions of stars, including our Sun.

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What type of galaxy is the Milky Way?

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The Milky Way is a spiral galaxy.

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What is the closest star to Earth?

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The closest star to Earth is Proxima Centauri, but the Sun is the closest object in space.

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What is the position of the Sun in our solar system?

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The Sun is at the center of our solar system.

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Which description is NOT true about the Sun?

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The Sun is the only star in our galaxy.

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What is the significance of the Sun's location in the Milky Way?

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The Sun is located in one of the spiral arms of the Milky Way galaxy.

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What is the role of the Sun in the solar system?

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The Sun provides the necessary light and heat for life on Earth and influences the orbits of the planets.

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What are the main components of the solar system?

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The solar system consists of the Sun, eight planets, their moons, dwarf planets, asteroids, and comets.

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What is the distance from the Earth to the Sun?

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The average distance from the Earth to the Sun is about 93 million miles (150 million kilometers).

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