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Why is the sun is hot

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The sun is hot because the atoms deep inside the sun are undergoing nuclear fusion. Nuclear fusion releases a lot of energy.

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Source: The Hot Hot Sun | van.physics.illinois.edu

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The Sun is made of hot gases. These materials, called elements, include hydrogen, helium, calcium, sodium, magnesium, and iron.

Apr 18 2009, 12:24am | Source: Basic Facts About The Sun | www.hao.ucar.edu
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