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Our Sun is actually the closest star to Earth. The Sun is a massive shining spheres of hot gas. It is by far the largest object in the solar system, and contains more than 99.8% of the total mass of the Solar System (Jupiter contains most of the rest). Its strong gravitational pull holds Earth and the other planets in the solar system in orbit. We rely on the Sun’s light and heat.
Sun Pictures Gallery
Discover Sun Pictures and images in this Sun Pictures Gallery. These Sun pictures are tell a story about our galactic neighborhood and the closest star, our sun.
Safely Viewing Solar Eclipses
Your eyes are very important and are also very vulnerable. We've always been told that looking directly at the sun is unsafe. So is looking at the sun during most eclipses. It is only safe to do so during the few brief seconds or minutes of a total solar eclipse. Partial eclipses, annular eclipses and the partial phase of a total aclipse are never safe to vew directly without taking precautions. Failure to use appropriate filtration may result in permanent eye damage or blindness!
Sun - Basic Information on the Sun
The Sun - Basic information and data regarding the closest star to planet Earth, our sun.
Sun - Detailed Information of The Sun
The Sun - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data & Pictures of The Sun. The Sun. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Our Sun is actually the closest star to Earth. The Sun is a massive shining spheres of hot gas. It is by far the largest object in the solar system, and contains more than 99.8% of the total mass of the Solar System.
Top Ten Things You Should Know About the Sun
Our Sun has inspired mythology in almost all cultures, including ancient Egyptians, Aztecs, Native Americans, and Chinese. Our Sun is actually the closest star to Earth. The Sun is a massive shining sphere of hot gas. The connection and interaction between the Sun and the Earth drive the seasons, currents in the ocean, weather, and climate.

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