How Does a White Dwarf Generate Its Energy

question 162

Multiple Choice

How does a white dwarf generate its energy?

• A) It no longer generates energy but is slowly cooling as it radiates away its heat.
• B) Nuclear fusion of hydrogen into helium is producing energy in its core.
• C) Nuclear fission of heavy elements in the central core is releasing energy.
• D) Gravitational potential energy is released as the star slowly contracts.

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