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How do stars, like the sun, produce energy?

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○ how the energy is produced AND the kinds of energy produced.

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The sun, like all stars, is able to create energy because it is essentially a massive fusion reaction. Technically known as nuclear fusion, this process releases an incredible amount of energy in the form of light and heat.

Types of energy produced: Stars produce energy from nuclear reactions, primarily the fusion of hydrogen to form helium.

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