NASA's Curious Universe Sun Series: The Sun, Our Star
Mar 19, 2024
Explore the birth and influence of the Sun, including its formation and impact on Earth. Dive into the world of space soundscapes with a sound design expert and imagine what Mercury, Venus, and the Sun might sound like. Learn about NASA's Helio Physics work and the Parker Solar Probe mission to unlock the mysteries of our closest star.
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Sun Is A Dynamic, Stormy Star
- The Sun is our nearest star and far more dynamic than it appears from Earth.
- Near solar maximum in 2024 the Sun sends more storms that can disrupt technology on Earth.
Sun Powers Life Through Fusion
- The Sun is a giant ball of gas and plasma that powers the solar system with fusion.
- It's an average main-sequence star, but its properties are just right to make Earth habitable.
Stars And Planets Form From Collapsing Clouds
- Stars form when clouds of gas and dust collapse under gravity and ignite fusion in their cores.
- Leftover material orbits the new star and coalesces into planets like Earth.