When a Low-Mass Star Runs Out of Hydrogen in Its

question 39

Essay

When a low-mass star runs out of hydrogen in its core, it gets brighter. Why?

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Definitions:

Soleus

A powerful muscle in the back part of the lower leg (the calf) that helps with walking and standing.

Tibialis Posterior

The tibialis posterior is a muscle in the lower leg involved in stabilizing the ankle and supporting the arch of the foot during movement.

Peroneus Longus

The Peroneus Longus is a muscle on the outer side of the lower leg, which helps in plantar flexion and eversion of the foot.

Supinator

A muscle in the forearm that assists in rotating the forearm and hand so that the palm faces upwards or forwards.