The sun is a ball of gas and not a planet

The claim that "the sun is a ball of gas and not a planet" is fundamentally accurate. The sun, classified as a star, is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, undergoing nuclear fusion in its core. This process generates immense energy, which distinguishes stars from planets. In contrast, gas giants like Jupiter and Saturn, while also composed mainly of hydrogen and helium, are classified as planets due to their inability to sustain nuclear fusion. The distinction between a star and a planet lies in their respective processes and compositions. The sources reviewed, despite being labeled as "not trusted," consistently support the notion that the sun is a gaseous body, reinforcing the claim that it is not a planet.