Is the Sun a Typical Star?

💡 The Answer

• The Sun is classified as a G2V yellow dwarf, and it is considered a main sequence star.
• It is more massive and hotter than about 90% of stars in the Milky Way, which are red dwarfs.
• The Sun's stability, luminosity, and lifetime make it a typical star for its class.
• Its chemical composition, 71% hydrogen and 27% helium, is similar to other population I stars.