Characteristics of the Sun

This video segment adapted from NASA describes the basic characteristics of our star, the Sun.

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Solar Car

In this video from DragonflyTV, follow the investigation of Isaac and Anjali as they record, measure, and analyze data about how the Sun's position in the sky affects a solar-powered car's speed.

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Solar Cooking

Warming Up to the Properties of Solar Radiation and Its Uses in Our Homes

Solar Panels for Your Home

In this video segment adapted from NOVA, take a look inside a solar panel to see how it works, and hear firsthand about the benefits from homeowners who are using this technology.

Solar Wind's Effect on Earth

This video segment adapted from NASA describes solar storms and their effects on Earth. Animations of coronal mass ejections and solar cycles help explain what we know, and what we can predict, about solar activity.

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