The Sun: characteristics, information and influences –

The Sun is the central star of our universe, but many people know little about it and the influence it has on our lives. Basically, it is what makes our existence possible!

Therefore, brings a complete guide to the characteristics of the Sun, as well as curiosities and information that are relevant and will help you understand this star even more.

So, let’s go?!

Put on your sunglasses, because we’re going to get closer and closer to your heat and intensity!

Features of Astro Rei!

The Sun is a star, as it is a celestial body that emits its own light and heat.

It is located within one of the numerous whites in the Milky Way along with our solar system.

Despite its size and all the importance it has for us, it is a very common star within the entire universe.

Its classification is as a yellow dwarf star, made up of around 74% hydrogen, 24% helium gas, among other metals.

Many people don’t understand how the Sun’s energy doesn’t run out. This is due to its immense internal pressure, which generates constant nuclear reactions, transforming hydrogen into helium.

In fact, this is what classifies it as part of the “main sequence” (energy production through hydrogen).

Furthermore, the king star is a medium-sized star estimated to be around 4 billion years old and probably formed by the collapse of an immense, gigantic, super cloud of cosmic dust.

Finally, it is its gravity that keeps the planets of the solar system gravitating around it, forming the alignment of the planets and their astrological influences on us.

Why is the sun yellow?

Contrary to popular belief, the sun is not yellow. What happens is that it emits a white light, which when in contact with the earth through ultraviolet rays gives the impression of being that color.

What is the temperature of the sun?

The surface of the Sun is called the photosphere and is around 5,800°C in its entirety, while in sunspots (black spots that can reach 50,000 kilometers in length) it drops to up to 3,800°C.

Above the photosphere, there is a thin layer, called the chromosphere, where the Sun’s temperature varies between 6,000°C and 20,000°C.

Finally, above these two layers, the so-called solar corona, a rarefied and luminous coating that can be observed during solar eclipses and measures 1 million degrees Celsius.

Finally, the core reaches 15 million degrees Celsius! Unimaginable, right?

Distance from Earth to Sun

Our planet is 149.6 million kilometers away from the star, making it the third closest planet to it.

Below, the distance of the planets in the Solar System in relation to the Sun (in millions of km):

Mercury: 57,910 Venus: 108.16 Earth: 149.6 Mars: 228 Jupiter: 778.4 Saturn: 1,427.0 Uranus: 2,869.6 Neptune: 4,496.6

Therefore, the closest planet to the Sun is Mercury, which, due to its proximity to the star, has no atmosphere and temperatures of up to 425°C, enough to melt tin.

What time does the sun rise?

Sunrise depends on the location you wish to research, as it is influenced by the Earth’s rotation (which happens from west to east), the incidence of the Sun throughout the year on the Ecliptic and the Earth’s inclination in relation to it.

Therefore, you need to consult specialized websites to find out what time the sun rises or have weather apps like Climatempo on your cell phone, as they will indicate the exact time for your location.

In addition to the sunrise time, you can also check the sunset time and enjoy these two wonderful phenomena.

Where does the sun rise?

The sun always rises on the eastern horizon and sets on the western horizon.

However, its position varies according to the time of year, precisely because of the Earth’s orbit around the Sun.

Therefore, in some periods of the year it will be further north, for example, and not as high on the horizon.

Influence of the Sun on us

Although many people only really miss the Sun when they want to spend a weekend at the beach, it is extremely important for maintaining life here on Earth.

Firstly, for vegetation, since plants depend on sunlight so that chlorophyll can carry out photosynthesis, which is basically transforming sunlight into energy.

Thus, they are able to develop and produce oxygen, used by many living beings, including us humans!

Another important point is its influence on the water cycle, evaporating it and causing it to return to the earth through rain.

As we also mentioned, according to the terrestrial positioning throughout the year, we have the seasons and food production. While in some regions there is a shortage of some type of food, in others there is an abundance.

That said, some animals use winter (where there is less heat, sun and food) to hibernate and not waste fat and energy, going out to hunt or feed in warmer times.

But what about us? What influences the sun, besides agriculture?

The sunshine vitamin

Known as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is synthesized through the ultraviolet rays that the Sun emits.

Among its benefits is the balance of the body in general: the good absorption of calcium and phosphorus to strengthen bones, teeth, brain and muscles (such as the heart, for example).

Good right?

In addition to this very important evidence of how we depend on the Sun, it plays a very important role in Astrology, influencing our personality.

Sun and Astrology

The Sun in Astrology also has an essential role in the signs. It represents life, essence and our ego.

The sign where the Sun is positioned on the day of your birth (information to be consulted in your birth chart) indicates how you position yourself in situations, which will permeate your attitudes and principles.

It is the basis of everything we are, the central element that formed us and that feels the need to radiate, to show itself to the world.

Still, where it aligns with our birth date reveals where we likely have a purpose to pursue.

The astrological house in which it is positioned also indicates where the person can best express their true self.

The Sun’s energy is essentially seen as masculine, which indicates strength, consistency and passion.

Curiosities about Astro Rei!

The Sun takes 200 million years to complete its own translation movement in the Milky Way; Particles are released from the solar corona in a constant flow, which form the so-called solar winds: winds that circulate at an average speed of 450km/h; Solar winds were essential for the creation of planets, as they pushed gases towards them and shaped their size and composition (which is why those closest to the planet are rocky and smaller, while those further away are gaseous and larger); In 5 billion years, it will be 100 times its current size and will absorb the Earth and other planets; Its light takes 8 minutes and 18 seconds to reach our planet; Shadows are greater in winter than in summer, due to solar incidence; Its diameter is 1,392,700 km; Its apparent brightness is 200 billion times greater than Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky; It is so big that 1 million planets the size of Earth could fit inside it;

Alignment of the planets

Did you understand a little how a single celestial element can influence our lives?

It was with this in mind that the Map of the Sky brought, in addition to our traditional Map of the Stars, also the Map of the Planets.

It shows exactly how the planets were or will be positioned on a given date, be it in the present or future.

The alignment of the planets is extremely powerful, and it is through it that countless accurate predictions are made.

So, how about celebrating a special moment with a planetary map?

Just like the stars, it was designed to record dates that deserve to be remembered daily.

It could be the day of your birth or that of a special person, the date of a dating or marriage proposal or an event that changed your life.

Furthermore, you can also customize it with the colors and formats you prefer, choosing between three models and adding the phrases and thoughts that you think are the coolest!

So give a creative gift to yourself or someone else!

Create your map of the planets right now and have a personalized painting!

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