A Type I Supernova Is Believed to Occur When

question 65

Multiple Choice

A Type I supernova is believed to occur when

• A) the core of a massive star collapses.
• B) hydrogen detonation occurs.
• C) a white dwarf exceeds the Chandrasekhar limit.
• D) the cores of massive stars collapse.
• E) neutrinos in a massive star become degenerate and form a shock wave that explodes the star.

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Unsecured Debt

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