Lesson 1 - Stellar Nucleosynthesis: Rise of the Stars!

Which of the following is the most accepted theory about the formation of the universe that explains why it continues to expand?

• Big Bang Theory

• Divine Creation Theory

• Steady State Theory

• Oscillating Theory

Which of the following is not considered as light elements?

• Helium

• Hydrogen

• Lithium

• Iron

Which of the following is TRUE about nucleosynthesis?

• It is the division of atomic particle.

• The combination of elements to form compound.

• It is the creation of everything including all matter in universe.

• It is the process of creating new atomic nuclei from pre-existing nuclei.

Which process is responsible for the formation of light elements such as Hydrogen and Helium?

• Big Bang nucleosynthesis

• Stellar nucleosynthesis

• Supernova nucleosynthesis

• Terrestrial nucleosynthesis

Which element is the lightest and at the same time the most abundant in outer space?

• Hydrogen

• Helium

• Lithium

• Iron

How are heavier elements formed?

• Through combustion

• Through nuclear fission

• Through nuclear fusion

• Through nuclear synthesis

Which element can be formed when three atoms of helium are fused?

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Oxygen

• Silicon

Which of the following elements does not belong to the group?

• Beryllium

• Silicon

• Iron

• Oxygen

Which process is responsible for the formation of elements at the center of star?

• Big Bang nucleosynthesis

• Nuclear fusion

• stellar nucleosynthesis

• supernova nucleosynthesis

How are the elements heavier than iron formed?

• Big Bang nucleosynthesis

• Solar nucleosynthesis

• Stellar nucleosynthesis

• Supernova nucleosynthesis