Life Cycle of a Star

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What process marks the birth of a star?

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Nuclear fusion is the process that marks the birth of a star.

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What are the primary components of the sun?

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The sun is primarily made up of Hydrogen and Helium.

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What is the initial stage of star formation called?

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The initial stage of star formation is known as a Stellar Nebula.

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What is the correct order of the life cycle of the sun?

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The correct order is: Nebula, Fusion Stage, Red Giant, White Dwarf, Black Dwarf.

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Can light escape a black hole?

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No, light cannot escape a black hole.

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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 stars are born.

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What happens during the fusion stage of a star's life?

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During the fusion stage, a star fuses hydrogen into helium, producing energy.

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What is a red giant?

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A red giant is a late stage in a star's life cycle when it expands and cools after exhausting its hydrogen.

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What is a white dwarf?

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A white dwarf is the remnant of a star that has exhausted its nuclear fuel and shed its outer layers.

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What is a black dwarf?

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A black dwarf is a theoretical stellar remnant that occurs when a white dwarf cools down completely.