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The radiation from the sun includes sunlight, which is extremely useful in many ways, allowing us to see what we are doing during the day, to grow crops, and to generate photoelectric power, to work on our suntans, to keep from freezing to death, and so forth. The planet Earth would become so cold that even the atmosphere would freeze, if not for sunlight. There are other forms of radiation from the sun which we do not use as much, although it's all energy and it all contrubutes in some way to keeping the Earth warm.

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Where did the word solar comes from?

The formal official name of the sun is "Sol". Anything related to the sun or associated with it is a "solar" thing. That's why we have a "solar system" of astronomical bodies, "solar radiation" that comes from the sun and heats the earth, "solar panels" that use this radiation to generate electricity or to heat water, "solar ovens" that cook with sunshine, etc.


Safe ways to look at the sun?

The safest way to look at the sun is by using solar viewing glasses that are certified to block harmful UV and infrared radiation. Another option is to use solar filters on a telescope or camera lens to safely view the sun. Never look directly at the sun with the naked eye or through unfiltered lenses, as this can cause permanent damage to your eyes.


Can an infrared telescope designed to observe fusion reactions in the Sun's core?

No, an infrared telescope is not suitable for observing fusion reactions in the Sun's core because the core of the Sun primarily emits neutrinos and gamma rays as a result of fusion reactions, not infrared radiation. To study fusion reactions in the Sun's core, scientists typically use neutrino detectors and other instruments designed to detect high-energy particles and radiation.


Why is it dangerous to look directly at the sun?

Looking directly at the sun can cause permanent damage to your eyes. The sun emits harmful ultraviolet radiation that can burn your retinas, leading to vision loss or blindness. It is important to always use proper eye protection when viewing the sun.


How does the sun effect the world?

The sun is vital for life on Earth as it provides energy for photosynthesis, which is the process that plants use to convert sunlight into food. The sun also regulates the Earth's climate and weather patterns through its heat and radiation. Additionally, the sun's gravitational pull influences the orbits of the planets in our solar system.

Related Questions

What can be done to prevent uv radiation?

Not use chemicals outside or wear anything dark outside while the sun is shining bright.


How do you use radiation?

or cooking,for electric tosater,sun causes radiation


What type of electomagnetic radiation do you use in sun beds?

Ultraviolet radiation


How do you handle radiation from the sun?

Use sunscreen.


Do people use radiation source for anything?

Yes, people use radiation sources for various applications in medicine (such as X-rays and cancer treatment), industry (such as industrial radiography and food irradiation), and research (such as radiocarbon dating and nuclear energy production). Radiation sources are carefully regulated to ensure safety and proper use.


How do i use radiation in a sentence?

The radiation from the sun helps to warm the Earth's surface.


What things give off UV radiation apart from the sun?

you have to use a radiation machine


Where did the solar system come from?

The formal official name of the sun is "Sol". Anything related to the sun or associated with it is a "solar" thing. That's why we have a "solar system" of astronomical bodies, "solar radiation" that comes from the sun and heats the earth, "solar panels" that use this radiation to generate electricity or to heat water, "solar ovens" that cook with sunshine, etc.


Where did the word solar comes from?

The formal official name of the sun is "Sol". Anything related to the sun or associated with it is a "solar" thing. That's why we have a "solar system" of astronomical bodies, "solar radiation" that comes from the sun and heats the earth, "solar panels" that use this radiation to generate electricity or to heat water, "solar ovens" that cook with sunshine, etc.


How do you use radation in a sentence?

"The earth is warmed by the sun through radiation"


Heat from the sun reaches you by which form of heat transfer?

Radiation This is because between the Sun and the earth there is a vacuum (there are no air molecules). So conduction and convection will be no use as they need molecules and atoms to work: they transfer heat through them or the molecules carry the heat. HOWEVER: Radiation needs no particles or atoms or molecules or anything for heat transfer, so the sun's light energy is transferred to us by radiation.


After radiation is true that you can not be exposed to sun?

Yes for a long while. Use high factor sun cream to protect if exposed