MP2 9 week Review

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Why is the Equator warmest?

Back

Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

Front

A white dwarf is the final stage for _________ mass stars like our Sun.

Back

low

Front

Galaxies are composed of (best answer)

Back

stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity.

Front

A star's luminosity is a measure of how ___________ the star is

Back

bright.

Front

Which best describes stars located in area A?

Back

Bright and Hot.

Front

What is the main reason the Equator has a warm climate?

Back

It receives the most direct sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is a white dwarf?

Back

A white dwarf is a small, dense star that is the remnant of a low-mass star after it has exhausted its nuclear fuel.

Front

What are the main components of a galaxy?

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Stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity.

Front

What does luminosity measure in a star?

Back

Luminosity measures the brightness of a star.

Front

What characteristics define a bright and hot star?

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A bright and hot star typically has a high temperature and emits a large amount of light.