The Birth of Stars and Star Field/Nebula Images Flashcards
1
Q
What gives birth to Stars?
A
Giant, hot, and pressurized clouds of particles.
2
Q
What starts the forming of Stars?
A
Fusion and Ignition which creates new particles and tons of energy.
3
Q
What is the temperature of these particle clouds?
A
1,000,000 degrees Kelvin.
4
Q
What keeps a Star alive?
A
The “main sequence” stage, where there is constant fusion and production of energy and enough mass.
5
Q
What is a Planetary Nebula?
A
A Nebula where planets are formed.
6
Q
What is a Nebula?
A
A very large cloud of gas and particles where stars or planets are formed.
