How Is an X- Ray Burst (In an X- Ray

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Multiple Choice

How is an X- ray burst (in an X- ray binary system) similar to a nova?

• A)Both involve explosions on the surface of a stellar corpse.
• B)Both typically recur every few hours to every few days.
• C)Both result in the complete destruction of their host stars.
• D)Both are thought to involve fusion of hydrogen into helium.

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