Question

Sun is also a star but it looks larger than other stars. Why?

• A. Because Sun is the largest star in the universe.
• B. Because Sun emits more light in comparison to all other stars.
• C. Because other stars are farther away than the Sun.
• D. Because it is located at the centre of a planetary system.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Because other stars are farther away than the Sun.

The Sun looks larger than other stars because, other stars are farther away from Earth than the Sun. The largest known star in the universe is believed to be VY Canis Majoris. But, it is approximately 4892 light years away from us and therefore, appears tiny to the naked eye.