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Evolution of Stars

Question 4 • PAW SUMMER 18 ASTRONOMY

Stars on the upper left end of the main sequence differ from those on the lower right end in what way?

Answer
A
Stars on the upper left end are less massive.
B
Stars on the upper left end are more massive.
C
Stars on the upper left end tend to be red in color.
D
Stars on the upper left end are near the end of their life cycle.

Explanation

On the main sequence, stars in the upper left are hotter and brighter than stars in the lower right. Main-sequence stars that are hotter and brighter are generally more massive, so the upper-left stars are more massive. The lower-right stars are cooler, dimmer, and less massive.

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