Science Yr 7 Life cycle of stars Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first stage of the life cycle of a star?
A
First, the star is a protostar and then it goes onto the main sequence stage.
2
Q
What does a larger star become after it dies?
A
When it dies, the outer layers explode creating a Supernova.
3
Q
What does a smaller star become when it dies?
A
The small star collapses to form a white dwarf.
4
Q
A cloud of dust and gas in space creates a_______
A
Nebula
5
Q
A ______ star is in it’s first stage of development
A
Protostar
6
Q
When a main sequence star starts to run out of hydrogen in it’s core, it cools down to become a _____
A
Red Giant
7
Q
The white dwarf will eventually stop producing light and become a ________
A
Black Dwarf
8
Q
Stars normally produce heat and light by fusing ______ into Helium.
A
Hydrogen
