Stars 3. Flashcards
1
Q
What does the star enter?
A
A long stable period
2
Q
What happens during this period?
A
The outward pressure caused by thermal expansion balances the force of gravity pulling everything inwards
3
Q
In this stable period, what’s it called?
A
A main sequence star and it typically lasts several billion years
4
Q
The heavier the star…
A
The shorter it’s time on the main sequence
