_________________________ THE Sun 1. The Sun is a star found at the centre of our solar system and is essential for life on Earth. 2. The Sun generates huge amounts of energy. 3. The Sun radiates heat and light in all directions. 4. The Earth receives energy from the Sun in the form of heat and light (solar energy). 5. The Sun rises in the east and sets in the west. 6. At 12pm (middle of the day) the Sun is at its highest point The Sun is extremely important for life on Earth because it provides light, heat and energy and without the Sun life would not exist. a. What is planet Earth’s main source of energy? ________________________________________________________ b. What do we call this energy? ________________________________________________________