What is the Main Sequence in the HR Diagram?
Universe & HR Diagram, STARs REVIEW

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The Main Sequence is a continuous and distinctive band of stars that appears on plots of stellar color versus brightness. Most stars, including the Sun, are found in this region.
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What is the relationship between a star's temperature and its brightness?
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The hotter the star, the more brightly it burns. This means that temperature and brightness are directly related.
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What are the stages in the life cycle of a star?
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The stages are: Nebula, Protostar, Average Star, Red Giant, and White Dwarf.
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What are the three main types of galaxies?
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The three main types of galaxies are Spiral, Irregular, and Elliptical.
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How does a star's size affect its life cycle?
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Larger stars have shorter life cycles and evolve into supernovae, while smaller stars like the Sun have longer life cycles and end as white dwarfs.
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What is a nebula?
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A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often the birthplace of stars.
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What is a protostar?
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A protostar is a young star that is still in the process of forming, where the material is collapsing under gravity.
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