The Universe - 8th Grade

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What is the Sun classified as?

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The Sun is classified as an Average Main Sequence Star.

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What type of star do most stars belong to?

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The majority of stars are classified as Main Sequence stars.

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What force is responsible for holding galaxies together?

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Gravity is the force that holds galaxies together.

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Which star is most likely to be the Sun based on the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram?

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Star 3 is most likely the Sun.

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Where are stars formed?

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Stars are formed in a Nebula.

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What is a Nebula?

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A Nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space where stars are born.

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What is the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram used for?

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The Hertzsprung-Russell diagram is used to classify stars based on their brightness and temperature.

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What is a Main Sequence star?

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A Main Sequence star is a star that is in the stable phase of its life cycle, fusing hydrogen into helium.

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What is a White Dwarf?

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A White Dwarf is a small, dense star that is the remnant of a low or medium mass star after it has exhausted its nuclear fuel.

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What is a Red Giant?

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A Red Giant is a late stage in the life cycle of a star where it expands and cools after exhausting its hydrogen fuel.