Why Does Fusion Cease in a Star Once Iron Forms

question 83

Multiple Choice

Why does fusion cease in a star once iron forms?

• A) Iron reacts with hydrogen, preventing any more hydrogen fusion.
• B) Iron is too dense and the star collapses inward.
• C) Iron fusion absorbs energy rather than releasing energy.
• D) Iron fusion releases too much energy, blowing the star apart.

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