Science 101
Science 101
Daniel Lucas
The Sun, our closest star, is a colossal sphere of hot plasma at the center of the Solar System.
3 minutes Posted May 27, 2024 at 3:33 am.
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Its gravity holds the Solar System together, influencing the orbits of planets, moons, comets, and asteroids. This stellar giant is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, undergoing nuclear fusion in its core, where hydrogen atoms combine to form helium, releasing a tremendous amount of energy. This process is the source of the Sun's light and heat, essential for life on Earth.

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