How is the Sun classified by size among stars?
It is a medium-sized star.
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How is the Sun classified by size among stars?
It is a medium-sized star.
Which two elements make up most of the Sun?
Hydrogen and helium.
In what form does the Sun radiate energy into space?
Electromagnetic radiation.
In which three regions of the electromagnetic spectrum does the Sun emit most of its energy?
Infrared, visible light and ultraviolet.