Abstract
Various observable properties of the Sun are compared with those of solar-type stars. It is concluded that the Sun, to a remarkable degree, is “solar-type”. As regards its particular mass and age, and probably its non-binarity, “anthropic” explanations may seem in place. The possible tendency for the Sun, as compared with similar stars, to be somewhat rich in iron relative to other elements needs further exploration. This is also true concerning its presently small micro-variability amplitude.
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Gustafsson, B. (1998). Is The Sun A Sun-Like Star?. In: Fröhlich, C., Huber, M.C.E., Solanki, S.K., Von Steiger, R. (eds) Solar Composition and its Evolution — from Core to Corona. Space Sciences Series of ISSI, vol 5. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-4820-7_38
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