HR Diagram and Star Life Cycle

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What are the remnants of a Red Giant star after shedding its outer layers?

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Planetary Nebula and a White Dwarf.

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What star phase occurs when an average star expands its outer layers?

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Red Giant star.

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What is a black hole?

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An area where even light cannot escape due to its strong gravity.

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What are the two outcomes of a massive star's life cycle after a Supernova?

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A black hole and a neutron star.

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What is a collection of gas and dust where new stars are born called?

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Stellar Nebula.

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What is the main characteristic of a Neutron Star?

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It is incredibly dense and formed from the remnants of a supernova.

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What is the significance of the Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram?

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It classifies stars based on their luminosity and temperature.

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What happens during the Red Giant phase of a star's life cycle?

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The star expands and increases in brightness.

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What is the primary force that causes a black hole's formation?

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Gravity.

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What is a Supernova?

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An explosive end to a massive star's life cycle.