The Instability Strip on the H-R Diagram

question 290

Multiple Choice

The instability strip on the H-R diagram

• A) includes part of the main sequence.
• B) is passed through by stars on their way to the helium flash.
• C) involves only giant stars.
• D) is where stars erupt as novas and supernovas.

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