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Which star is the closest to planet Earth?
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Proxima Centauri
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Sirius
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Alpha Centauri
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The Sun
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The Sun is the closest star to planet Earth, located approximately 93 million miles away. It is the center of our solar system and by far the most dominant source of energy for life on Earth. While other stars like Proxima Centauri and Sirius are significantly farther away, the Sun's proximity plays a crucial role in Earth's climate and ecosystem, making it the most influential star for our planet.