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  1. Sunlight - Wikipedia

    Sunlight is a key factor in photosynthesis, the process used by plants and other autotrophic organisms to convert light energy, normally from the Sun, into chemical energy that can be …

  2. Sunlight | Definition, Wavelengths, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 13, 2025 · Sunlight, solar radiation that is visible at Earth’s surface. The amount of sunlight is dependent on the extent of the daytime cloud cover. Some places on Earth receive more than …

  3. Much of the sun’s light is green. Why does it look yellow?

    May 5, 2025 · Sunlight spans the whole light spectrum — from long-wavelength radio waves to short-wavelength X-rays. The part we can see makes up a small chunk in the middle.

  4. Sunlight - Energy Education

    Sunlight, also known as solar radiation, refers to the incoming light to the Earth that originated from the Sun. This light represents a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that includes …

  5. Absorption / reflection of sunlight - Understanding Global Change

    When sunlight strikes the Earth, it is mostly reflected or absorbed. Reflected light bounces back into space while absorbed light is the source of energy that drives processes in the …

  6. A World of Sunlight and Heat - Science@NASA

    Jun 22, 2001 · Clouds and snow-covered surfaces are highly reflective, while the ocean strongly absorbs sunlight. Note that Antarctica appears dark because it is night time there in the month …

  7. Incredible Role of Sunlight: What You Need to Know

    Apr 10, 2024 · Discover the profound impact of sunlight on health, nature, and energy production. Explore the importance of sunlight exposure and its benefits.

  8. SUNLIGHT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    The morning / afternoon / evening sunlight shone through the curtains. The lake sparkled in the bright sunlight.

  9. The Sun & UV Light - Sunlight Institute

    In fact, all life on Earth is ultimately dependent on the power of the sun, carried by sunlight, part of which is visible and part of which is invisible. Part of that sunlight is known as ultraviolet light …

  10. 26 Facts About Sunlight - OhMyFacts

    Nov 7, 2025 · Discover 26 fascinating facts about sunlight, its impact on life, health benefits, and its role in Earth's ecosystem. Illuminate your knowledge today!