Solar flares are sudden, intense bursts of energy on the Sun's surface caused by the release of magnetic energy stored in the Sun’s atmosphere. This release typically occurs near sunspots, where the Sun’s magnetic field is especially strong and complex. Here’s a breakdown of ho
Energy Production: Nuclear Fusion
The Sun’s energy comes from nuclear fusion, a process occurring in its core. Here, hydrogen nuclei combine to form helium through a series of reactions known as the proton-proton chain. In these reactions, some mass is converted into energy according to Ein
### The Sun: Our Star at the Center of the Solar System
The Sun is the massive, luminous sphere of plasma at the heart of our solar system. It provides the energy that sustains life on Earth and governs the motions of the planets, comets, and other celestial bodies orbiting it. It is classified a