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Most people already know the basic facts about the sun. It’s a star.
It’s massive. And it is considered the center of the solar system
galaxy. However, the sun is much more than just the gravitational
center of our galaxy. In truth, it is the center of life for our world.
Every living thing on Earth is in some way sustained by the energy
given off by the sun. Hence, the sun’s nickname: the “Life-Giving
Star.”
Description
As you all know Hydrogen and helium are the firsts elements exists ,
also known as the aplha particles
Function
The sun keeps everything in place. The sun keeps the planets,
including Earth, in orbit. This includes comets and meteors as well.
The sun’s energy provides warmth for our planet. Life on this planet
would not be possible without the warmth given off by the sun. At 93
million miles away, Earth is positioned just close enough to the sun
to sustain life. The sun also provides light for our planet.
However, humans depend on energy for much more than just light.
The nuclear fusion created by the sun gives off massive amounts of
light and radiation. The light given off by the sun travels a little over
eight minutes before reaching Earth. This energy is a major function
in the life-sustaining process of photosynthesis. Photosynthesis is
the conversion of light energy into chemical energy. Almost all living
organisms on this planet depend on the photosynthesis process to
survive.
Benefits
Harmful Effects
Too much energy from the sun can be dangerous. Most of the
energy from the sun is filtered in space. The energy that makes it
into the atmosphere must be absorbed in limited amounts. For plants,
too much energy from the sun can disrupt the photosynthesis
process and cause the plant to die.
For animals, too much energy from the sun can cause the body to
dehydrate and cause death. For humans, too much energy from the
sun can cause dehydration. It also raises radiation levels, which can
cause skin cancer.