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The sun is a star, Sol to be precise. It is the star of our solar system. The other stars you see are thousands to millions of light-years (measure of distance, not time) away so they appear dimmer because they are so far away. If you lived in their solar system, Sol would appear dim in comparison.

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How is the sun different from other stars relative to earth?

The Sun is bigger than some stars and smaller than others. It is brighter than some stars and dimmer than others. Relative to the Earth it is much closer than all other stars.


What causes some stars to be brighter than others?

In absolute terms larger (more massive) stars shine more brightly than less massive ones. In relative terms (as seen from Earth) more distant stars appear dimmer than closer ones.


Why does the sun outshines the other stars?

It is closer to us than the other stars so we get a much, much larger fraction of its light compared to other stars. The other stars are so far away that even stars that are much brighter than our sun can only transmit such a small fraction of their light that the tiny fraction we get is consequently much less than the larger fraction of our somewhat dimmer sun.


Why does the sun's outshine other stars?

It is closer to us than the other stars so we get a much, much larger fraction of its light compared to other stars. The other stars are so far away that even stars that are much brighter than our sun can only transmit such a small fraction of their light that the tiny fraction we get is consequently much less than the larger fraction of our somewhat dimmer sun.


Why does nighttime stars appear so much smaller than the sun?

Stars are much farther away from Earth than the sun, causing them to appear smaller in the night sky despite their larger size. The sun is relatively closer to us, leading to its larger appearance compared to distant stars.

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Why does some stars appear dimmer than others?

Stars appear dimmer than others due to factors such as distance from Earth, size, age, and intrinsic brightness. Stars that are farther away will appear dimmer, as less light reaches us. Similarly, smaller or older stars may be dimmer because they produce less light compared to younger, larger stars.


Why do stars appear dimmer than the others?

Because its father away than the rest.


Why do some stars appear dimmer than the others?

Because its father away than the rest.


Why do stars like Alpha Cent uri appear so dim?

Actually, Alpha Centauri is one of the brightest stars in the sky. In general, stars are much dimmer than our Sun, mainly because they are very far away.Actually, Alpha Centauri is one of the brightest stars in the sky. In general, stars are much dimmer than our Sun, mainly because they are very far away.Actually, Alpha Centauri is one of the brightest stars in the sky. In general, stars are much dimmer than our Sun, mainly because they are very far away.Actually, Alpha Centauri is one of the brightest stars in the sky. In general, stars are much dimmer than our Sun, mainly because they are very far away.


Are planets dimmer than stars?

Actually planets are non luminous objects , so Planets are totally dim . It seems like they are quite bright , because they reflect the Sunlight ( Stars light ) falling on them . So , yes of course , they are far dimmer than stars .


Are stars cooler than the sun brighter or dimmer?

Stars can be both cooler and brighter or hotter and dimmer than the Sun, depending on their size and age. Generally, larger and younger stars are hotter and brighter than the Sun, while smaller and older stars can be cooler and dimmer.


Why does the sun look brighter than other stars?

The sun appears brighter than other stars because it is much closer to us than any other star. The intensity of light we receive from a star decreases with distance, so stars farther away appear dimmer. Additionally, the sun is a relatively hot and luminous star compared to many others, further contributing to its brightness.


Why are other stars so faint?

Other stars appear faint because they are much farther away from the Earth than our Sun, making their light appear dimmer when it reaches us. Additionally, the brightness of a star depends on its size and temperature, with cooler, smaller stars appearing fainter than hotter, larger ones. The vast distances involved in space also contribute to the apparent faintness of stars.


How is the sun different from other stars relative to earth?

The Sun is bigger than some stars and smaller than others. It is brighter than some stars and dimmer than others. Relative to the Earth it is much closer than all other stars.


What causes some stars to be brighter than others?

In absolute terms larger (more massive) stars shine more brightly than less massive ones. In relative terms (as seen from Earth) more distant stars appear dimmer than closer ones.


Why does the moon appear bigger than the stars?

Because it is way closer than other stars!


Why does the sun's outshine other stars?

It is closer to us than the other stars so we get a much, much larger fraction of its light compared to other stars. The other stars are so far away that even stars that are much brighter than our sun can only transmit such a small fraction of their light that the tiny fraction we get is consequently much less than the larger fraction of our somewhat dimmer sun.