Life cycle of stars 2

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  • Created on: 23-04-13 15:10
Stars much bigger than our sun
Main sequence star → red super giant → supernova → neutron star or black hole
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Fusion in stars
Nuclear fusion involves two atomic nuclei joining to make a large nucleus. Energy is released when this happens.
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Fusion in stars 2
The Sun and other stars use nuclear fusion to release energy. The sequence of nuclear fusion reactions in a star is complex - but, in general, hydrogen nuclei join to form helium nuclei
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Fusion in stars 3
The temperatures and pressures inside a star are so great that nuclear fusion can happen. Stars have enough hydrogen to maintain their energy output for millions of years
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Nuclear fusion involves two atomic nuclei joining to make a large nucleus. Energy is released when this happens.

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