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WorksheetsStars Pre-Assessment
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 8mins
The apparent magnitude of a star is a measure of its
brightness as seen from earth.
rate of energy output at all wavelengths.
actual brightness.
distance as seen from Earth.
The absolute magnitude of a star is a measure of its
brightness as seen from earth.
rate of energy output at all wavelengths.
actual brightness.
distance as seen from Earth.
Which of the following does not happen to a star when it dies?
They become a “shooting star,” or a meteor.
Dying stars can explode.
A dying star can become a black hole.
Stars can expand and get bigger right before they die.
When will the Sun burn out?
5 million years from now
100 million years from now
5 billion years from now
15 billion years from now
Dark, cooler areas on the sun’s surface are called
sun spots.
solar flares.
coronas.
prominences.
How does a star produce heavier elements than iron from hydrogen and helium?
Rapid rotation
Heat
Nuclear fusion
Supernova
What can we learn about a star by analyzing its emission spectrum?
The spectral lines show the apparent magnitude of a star.
The spectral lines indicate the apparent brightness of a star.
The spectral lines show the relative age of a star.
The spectral lines identify the elements that compose the star’s atmosphere.
Which elements are present in this star given it's profile at the bottom?
Lithium and Cadmium
Cadmium and Sodium
Sodium and Helium
Hydrogen and Potassium
What is the color of the coolest stars?
blue
Yellow
Red
Orange
A pattern of stars in the sky is called a _____________.
combination
star shape
universe
constellation
All stars begin their life in a
Main Sequence
Nebula
Protostar
Black Dwarf
