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Is the sun the only light source in the universe?
No, the Sun is not the only light source in the univrse. Every star is it's own light source, just as the sun is, but due to there distance they are not very effective. The Moon also creates a light source, because it reflects the light from the Sun back to earth. In the same way, if we where on the Moon, the Earth would be a light source, reflecting the light from the Sun at the moon.
What types of a body in space give out their own light?
I have only one body to answer this question. That is a star. The star uses nuclear fusion, which is emiting light.
What are the examples of source of light?
sun stars fire Many people think the moon is a source of light, but it only reflects the sun's light.
What are the examples of natural light source?
sun stars fire Many people think the moon is a source of light, but it only reflects the sun's light.
What is the source of light for all items in space?
Stars (of which our sun is one) are the only sources of light in space. Planets, moons, asteroids, comets, etc. all simply reflect starlight.
How do astronomers locate other stars trillion light years away?
They can't. The universe is only about 13 billion years old. If there are galaxies a trillion light years away their light has not reached us yet and due to the expansion of the universe, never will. At the edge of what we call the observable universe we cannot make out individual stars, but we can detect galaxies using infrared telescopes.
What explains why the sun the only star from which earth receives much heat and light?
The sun is the only star that is close enough to Earth to provide significant heat and light because of its proximity. Other stars are much farther away, and their light does not reach us with the same intensity. Additionally, the unique composition and size of the sun make it a suitable source of heat and light for Earth.
What is the main source of energy of the universe?
The main source of energy in the universe is the nuclear fusion occurring in stars, including our Sun. During fusion, hydrogen atoms combine to form helium, releasing vast amounts of energy in the process. This energy not only powers the stars but also radiates into space, providing the light and heat necessary for life on planets like Earth. Additionally, dark energy, which makes up about 68% of the universe, drives the accelerated expansion of the cosmos, though its exact nature remains largely mysterious.
Does the sun provides light for the solar system?
Yes. It is the main source of visible light in the solar system. Some would say the only source. The only other source is the other stars in the sky. The amount of light they provide is extremely small. Keep in mind that light reflected of a moon's surface is still sunlight.
What is source of light - earth planet moon star?
The major sources of light in space are the stars that are actively fusing matter. Planets and moons shine by reflected sunlight. However, Earth (with its many electric lighting systems) does give off some light of its own, as do the volcanoes on some geologically active moons.
Which are the only luminous objects in the universe?
Objects emitting light in universe are called stars. They emit not only visible light, but also a much larger spectrum of electromagnetic radiation, depending on the type of stars. Energy is generated in stars by nuclear reactions causing fusion of light atoms in heavier once. The most numerous stars, like the sun, are fueled by hydrogen: in the star nucleus a reaction fusing two hydrogen atoms in a single helium atom generates a great amount of energy. Such stars emits the maximum power at the wavelength of yellow light, as it is evident if we observe sun with a suitable filter.
What would happen if the sun was the only source of light?
It is the only source of light!
