Question

how much energy comes to the earth from the sun each day? a huge amount. we just arent very good at capturing it yet. enough to run a few appliances, but not enough to make it worth our time. very little. we get all there is, but the sun is too far away to provide very much.

Explanation:

The sun is a massive source of energy. The Earth receives a huge amount of solar energy daily. However, currently, our technology for capturing and utilizing this energy efficiently is still developing. The first option aligns with the scientific understanding that the solar energy reaching Earth is substantial, and the limitation lies in our capture methods rather than the quantity of energy available. The second option underestimates the energy amount as it's far more than just for "a few appliances". The third option is incorrect as the sun, though distant, emits an enormous amount of energy, and Earth does receive a significant (though a fraction of the total solar output) but still large - scale amount.

Answer:

A large amount. We just aren't very good at capturing it yet.