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What does the Sun really look like?
An exploration of the Sun's physical appearance and its position in the solar system. It is explained that the Sun is a star, and without it life on Earth would not be possible.
NOTE: This clip was factually accurate when originally broadcast. Only eight of the bodies orbiting the Sun are now classed as planets.
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