How Long Does Core Helium Burning Last in a Star

question 14

Multiple Choice

How long does core helium burning last in a star compared with core hydrogen burning?

• A) about 1/2 of the time spent burning hydrogen
• B) about 1/10 of the time spent burning hydrogen
• C) about 1/100 of the time spent burning hydrogen
• D) about 3 times as long as the time spent burning hydrogen

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