Sun Facts

How far is the Sun from Earth?

• 75 million miles

• 93 million miles (150 million kilometers)

• 100 million miles

• 238 million miles

What is the Sun mostly made of?

• Hydrogen and Helium

• Iron and Nickel

• Oxygen and Nitrogen

• Carbon and Oxygen

What is the Sun's temperature?

• 7,500 degrees Celsius

• 5,500 degrees Celsius

• 10,000 degrees Celsius

• 3,000 degrees Celsius

How long does it take for sunlight to reach Earth?

• 8 minutes and 20 seconds

• 1 hour

• 5 minutes

• 12 hours

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

• The Sun is a dwarf planet.

• The Sun is a comet.

• The Sun is a moon of Jupiter.

• The Sun is the central star of the solar system.

What causes day and night on Earth?

• Revolution of the Moon around Earth

• Movement of the Sun

• Rotation of the Earth on its axis

• Tidal forces

How does the Sun help plants grow?

• The Sun gives plants oxygen to breathe.

• The Sun provides water for plants to grow.

• The Sun provides light energy for photosynthesis.

• The Sun helps plants by providing nutrients.

What is a solar eclipse?

• A solar eclipse is when the Sun passes between the Moon and Earth, blocking the Moon's light.

• A solar eclipse is when the Moon passes between the Earth and Sun, blocking the Earth's light.

• A solar eclipse is when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun's light and casting a shadow on Earth.

• A solar eclipse is when the Earth passes between the Moon and Sun, blocking the Moon's light.

Why is the Sun important for life on Earth?

• The Sun provides heat and light essential for photosynthesis and the food chain.

• The Sun is responsible for creating hurricanes and tornadoes on Earth

• The Sun is a source of water for all living organisms

• The Sun is a giant mirror reflecting light from other stars

How does the Sun affect the weather?

• Sunlight warms the Earth's surface and drives the climate system.

• The Sun causes hurricanes and tornadoes

• The Sun has no impact on the weather

• The Sun cools down the Earth's atmosphere