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Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Mj4199: 7:03am On Apr 29 |
In the vast expanse of space, where darkness seems to dominate, the presence of sunlight might seem contradictory. How can there be sunlight in space, yet it appears so dark? This apparent paradox arises from the unique characteristics of space and the way light interacts with it. Firstly, let’s delve into why space appears dark. Unlike Earth’s atmosphere, which scatters sunlight in all directions, space is mostly empty. There are very few particles—atoms, molecules, or dust—in the vast void between celestial bodies. As a result, there are minimal obstacles for light to scatter off, leading to the perception of darkness. However, despite the darkness of space, the Sun remains a prominent source of light. The Sun emits an immense amount of energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light. As this light travels through the vacuum of space, it encounters little resistance and continues to propagate until it encounters an object. One might wonder then, why doesn’t the light from the Sun illuminate all of space, eliminating the darkness? The answer lies in the vast distances between celestial bodies. Space is incomprehensibly vast, with light taking significant time to travel from one point to another. While sunlight does spread throughout space, its intensity diminishes with distance according to the inverse square law. As a result, by the time sunlight reaches our eyes—or the sensors of telescopes—the intensity is greatly reduced, contributing to the perception of darkness. Furthermore, space is not completely devoid of matter. Though sparse, there are interstellar clouds, asteroids, comets, and other celestial objects scattered throughout the cosmos. These objects can absorb or scatter light, further contributing to the darkness of space by obstructing the path of sunlight. Another factor to consider is the human perception of darkness. Our eyes adapt to the environment we are in, and in the absence of surrounding light sources, the contrast between the darkness of space and the brightness of celestial objects like stars and planets becomes more pronounced. Thus, even though there is sunlight in space, the overall perception remains one of darkness due to the vast distances, sparse matter, and human visual adaptation. In conclusion, the apparent paradox of sunlight coexisting with darkness in space can be attributed to several factors, including the vast distances between celestial bodies, the sparse distribution of matter, and human perception. While sunlight does permeate space, its intensity diminishes over distance, and the absence of scattering particles leads to the perception of darkness. Understanding these dynamics enriches our appreciation of the cosmos and the interplay between light and darkness in the universe. 80 Likes 13 Shares
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Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Yankee101: 9:51am On Apr 29 |
When you’re driving at night and you shine your headlights, only the pathway of the rays is lighted The same way with space and stars (suns) 191 Likes 9 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by 3exe3: 10:17am On Apr 29 |
The blue sky we also see is a dark space 9 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by papyjaypaul: 10:18am On Apr 29 |
Is it just me that your last picture played with Scroll down, scroll up and see the black hole move 8 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Badbunny: 10:45am On Apr 29 |
papyjaypaul: It seems you're not getting enough sleep 53 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Benjaniblinks(m): 11:52am On Apr 29 |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by iCauseTrouble: 11:52am On Apr 29 |
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Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Veecruz: 11:52am On Apr 29 |
You don go space go see am? 18 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by sofeo(m): 11:52am On Apr 29 |
That's why it's called space, if the space if fill up with objects that are receiving sun sunlight, then it will look like everywhere is well lit in the space. 11 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by doffman: 11:53am On Apr 29 |
Why is it that you can only see your front view only and not your back view when you stand in the front of a mirror . Same thing apply to the sun and the earth . earth is not the only orbit that is illuminating by the sun . 6 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Wizpa(m): 11:53am On Apr 29 |
These are the kind of topics we need on front page NOT See the Yam and Egg sauce I prepared this morning for 500 naira or Between a man with 6 packs and a man with money which do you prefer 175 Likes 17 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Itohanmiwa: 11:53am On Apr 29 |
Omo this is a very brutal topic. For once i'm proud to say i am a nairalander. This is quite inquisitive, well to answer your question, we all know the sun is made up of fusions of Helium and Hydrogen gases, while it is stagnant and the solar system rotates and revolves around the sun, the light from the sun is just focused on our own solar system. While the outer space or spaces beyond our universe which stretches to billions of miles remains dark. 51 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Ikem11(m): 11:53am On Apr 29 |
Because there is nothing that reflect the light 26 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by AbuTwins: 11:54am On Apr 29 |
Tabarakallah the Best of creators! 23 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by nelxxy(m): 11:54am On Apr 29 |
Badbunny:e reach to ask 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Space131: 11:54am On Apr 29 |
The earth’s atmosphere/stratosphere contains particles which helps sun rays reflect. Secondly the Suns trajectory is in alignment with the earth🌍 Like you said vastness of space, The sun is big but it only occupies a tiny little point in the vastness of space so it rays can only cover its surroundings and trajectories. I drop my pen I even forgot my name is space 40 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by CelestineNelson: 11:54am On Apr 29 |
Maybe there is no fuel too 4 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Ijaya123: 11:54am On Apr 29 |
Lack of substance in the atmosphere to reflect the light from the sun. 7 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by MrJames007: 11:54am On Apr 29 |
Yankee101:Vehicles' headlights point at one direction. Does the sun face only one direction 23 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by iichidodo: 11:55am On Apr 29 |
It is so because of dark matter. Dark matter encompasses 98% of that which you call space, if not for it, the billions and trillions of suns in the galaxies would light up the Cosmo and distribute harmful x-rays, gamma rays, proton-rays etc throughout the Universe thus making many worlds including ours very uninhabitable...All thanks to Dark matter. 25 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by MrJames007: 11:55am On Apr 29 |
Veecruz:hahaha 1 Like |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by noble2faith(m): 11:55am On Apr 29 |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by xynerise: 11:55am On Apr 29 |
The space is too vast for the sun to cover. The sun is just like a pinch of sand compare to our galaxy alone 26 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by CountinBlessins(m): 11:56am On Apr 29 |
When dem say GO TO SCHOOL, una no go gree, na to dey follow wizkid and Davido news up and down dey shout School na scam na him una sabi. Space is a vacuum, Light cant fill a vacuum , read una no go gree, GO TO SCHOOL 29 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by bolseas(f): 11:56am On Apr 29 |
Yankee101: I understand this post. 2 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Nyouth: 11:56am On Apr 29 |
Thatbis to tell you that the space is endless, light can't reach it 5 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by aicon4s: 11:56am On Apr 29 |
Space is infinitesimal but rays of light diminish in space and as such parts of Space do not receive rays of light, and then appear dark 15 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by GanagiBitrus: 11:56am On Apr 29 |
Yankee101:Not same - your headlight beams in one direction, but Sun shines in all directions. 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by TheBillyonaire: 11:56am On Apr 29 |
Darkness is the default of Space. Any location that Life is to be propagated, a Sun will be stationed for the purpose of DayLight and Time Calculation. Omniverse is simulated with multiple light holographic realities. 4 Likes |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by ednut1(m): 11:56am On Apr 29 |
The whole world does not make sense to me. Are we even real or just an illusion. I don tire biko 21 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by FlatEarthGuy20(m): 11:57am On Apr 29 |
Because there's no space. It's all lies. We can't leave Earth. 5 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Why Is There Sun In The Space And The Space Is Still Very Dark by Light78: 11:57am On Apr 29 |
Lack of atmosphere and small matters that can scatter light. Na Chat GPT answer am. 12 Likes 4 Shares
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