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The Sun is a medium-sized star at the center of our solar system. It’s composed mainly of hydrogen and helium, undergoing nuclear fusion to produce energy that provides heat and light to the planets. The Sun’s gravity holds the solar system together.

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Sun

Year length

"4.6 billion years"

Star Type

"G-type Main-Sequence Star (G2V)"

RADIUS

"696,340 km"

TEMPERATURE

"Surface: ~5,500°C (9,932°F), Core: ~15 million°C (27 million°F)"

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