The Life Cycle Of Stars Flashcards

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1
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What do stars initially form from

A

Clouds of dust and gas

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How do stars form

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The force of gravity makes the gas and dust spiral together to form a protostar

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What type of energy is gravitational energy converted into

A

Heat energy, so the temperature rises

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4
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What is the main star sequence for a small star

A

Protostar
Star
Red giant
White dwarf

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5
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What is the main sequence for the large star

A
Protostar
Star
Red super giant
Supernova
Neutron star
Black hole
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