Aphelion: See Sun's Size Change Over Year on YouTube

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The discussion centers on a YouTube video demonstrating the apparent change in the Sun's size throughout the year. The creator highlights the visual effects caused by Earth's orbit and axial tilt, which influence the Sun's perceived size. This phenomenon is effectively illustrated in the video, providing viewers with a clear understanding of solar size variation over time.

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I made a YouTube showing how the size of the Sun appears to change over the course of a year.
 
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Very nice!
 

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