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5 Reasons Why We Need Earth and Earth Needs the Sun Article

5 Reasons Why We Need Earth and Earth Needs the Sun Article
Levels
  • Intermediate (6-8)
  • Advanced (9-12+)
Material Type
  • Article/Informative Text
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 1.3 – The Sun’s energy drives Earth’s climate…
NGSS
  • ESS1 - Earth's Place in the Universe
  • PS3 - Energy
Heliophysics Topics
  • Solar System
  • Stellar Evolution
  • Sun
  • Atmosphere
  • Energy
  • Light
  • Aurora
Heliophysics Missions
  • Parker Solar Probe
  • Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO)
  • Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO)
Material Cost per Learner Free
Language English

April 22 is Earth Day, a worldwide event to raise awareness for environmental protection while highlighting the wonders of our home planet. But a celebration of Earth wouldn’t be complete without recognizing its most influential star – the Sun! This article, published on Earth Day in 2022, illustrates how the Sun and Earth are connected, including solar energy, photosynthesis, seasons, aurora, and habitability.

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