A Faint White Dwarf That Temporarily Increases in Brightness as a Consequence

question 123

Multiple Choice

A faint white dwarf that temporarily increases in brightness as a consequence of nuclear explosions on its surface is termed

• A) a nova.
• B) a Type II supernova.
• C) a bright nebula.
• D) a red giant.

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