1.6M views · 3.8K reactions | Swallowed by the Sun. In about 5 billion years from now, the Sun will exhaust the hydrogen fuel in its core and start burning helium, forcing its transition into a red giant star. During this shift, its atmosphere will expand out to somewhere around 1 astronomical unit – the current average Earth-Sun distance. | Science Of The Universe | Facebook

It’s hard to believe, but what you’re seeing is our Sun! ☀️ This time-lapse, capturing a 2-hour cosmic journey, has been enhanced with a pinkish-red hue to simulate a hydrogen alpha telescope view, giving it those classic strawberry starburst vibes! Video by: @simon2940—amazing work, Simon! Explore the wonders of the cosmos with us! 🌌 @TheGalacticVoid | The Galactic Void