Fusion of Degenerate Hydrogen on the Surface of a White

question 64

Short Answer

Fusion of degenerate hydrogen on the surface of a white dwarf causes temperatures to reach millions of degrees and the density tens of thousands the density of water releasing enough energy to blow the surface layers, resulting in a(n) _______________.

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Definitions:

Variable Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or output.

Cost-Volume Analysis

A managerial accounting technique used to analyze how various levels of sales and production will affect profit.

Low-Cost Choice

An option that requires minimal financial outlay compared to other alternatives.