Life of a star flashcard review

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What is the sequence of events in the life of a star from the Big Bang to the formation of heavier elements?

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(1) Big Bang forms light elements. (2) Fusion occurs in stars. (3) Massive stars explode and form heavier elements.

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What does a high mass star become after the main sequence?

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A high mass star becomes a supergiant.

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What happens to the core of a Red Giant when it collapses?

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It becomes a White Dwarf.

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What is formed after a supergiant explodes?

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A supernova.

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What does the color of a star indicate?

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The temperature of the star.

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What is a supernova?

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A supernova is the explosive death of a high mass star, resulting in a bright burst of light.

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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.

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What is the role of fusion in stars?

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Fusion is the process that powers stars, converting hydrogen into helium and releasing energy.

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What are the light elements formed during the Big Bang?

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The light elements formed during the Big Bang include hydrogen, helium, and trace amounts of lithium.

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What is a Red Giant?

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A Red Giant is a late stage in the life of a star where it expands and cools after exhausting hydrogen in its core.