45 Things That Are Much Bigger or Smaller Than We Thought

The sheer magnitude of the sun is awe-inspiring, with a size capable of accommodating a million Earths within its vast expanse. Positioned at the center of our Solar System, this nearly perfect spherical mass of hot plasma showcases the immense scale of the universe.

Deep within its core, nuclear reactions produce intense heat and light, illuminating our solar system with a glowing incandescence. Despite its age of 4.603 billion years and its distance of nearly 93 million miles from Earth, the sun remains a vital source of warmth and energy, sustaining life and serving as a beacon of light in the cosmos.