Unit 5 Test Review (8.9A, 8.9B, 8.9C *NEW*TEKS)

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Where are stars 'born'?

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Stars are 'born' in a nebula, which is a large cloud of gas and dust in space.

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What do Super-giants form?

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Super-giants form a supernova, which is a powerful explosion that occurs at the end of a star's life cycle.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-3

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Which star is the coldest?

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The coldest star is a Red Star.

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What Galaxy is Earth located in?

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Earth is located in the Milky Way Galaxy.

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When this type of star runs out of fuel, it becomes a supernova. What type of star is it?

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It is a high-mass star that becomes a supernova when it runs out of fuel.

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What is a nebula?

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A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space, where new stars are formed.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-3

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What is a supernova?

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A supernova is a stellar explosion that occurs at the end of a star's life cycle, resulting in a bright, short-lived burst of light.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-3

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What is the difference between a red giant and a supernova?

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A red giant is a late stage in a star's life cycle, while a supernova is the explosive end of a high-mass star.

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What is the lifecycle of a star?

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The lifecycle of a star includes stages: nebula, main sequence, red giant, and then either a supernova or a white dwarf.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

NGSS.HS-ESS1-3

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What is a white dwarf?

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A white dwarf is the remnant core of a low to medium mass star that has exhausted its nuclear fuel.