Stars, Galaxies and the Universe - 2

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What will an average star eventually become?

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White Dwarf

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What are the two labels on the HR Diagram?

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Brightness and Temperature

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Can our star (the Sun) ever become a Supergiant?

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No

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Can our star (the Sun) ever become a black hole?

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No

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What is a protostar?

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The early stage in the evolution of a star.

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What is a black hole?

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An object with gravity so strong that no light or matter can escape.

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What is a supernova?

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A powerful explosion that occurs at the end of a star's life cycle.

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What is a galaxy?

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A collection of stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity.

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What is the main component of stars?

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Hydrogen, which undergoes nuclear fusion to produce energy.

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What is the life cycle of a star?

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It includes stages like nebula, protostar, main sequence, red giant, and white dwarf.