What Would Happen If the Fusion Rate in the Core

question 20

Multiple Choice

What would happen if the fusion rate in the core increased but the core could not expand?

• A) The Sun's core would heat and the rate of fusion would increase further.
• B) The Sun's core would reach a new equilibrium, but at a cooler temperature.
• C) The Sun's core would cool and the rate of fusion would decrease.
• D) The Sun's core would reach a new equilibrium, but at a higher temperature.

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Definitions:

Adaptive Immune Response

The body's immune system's ability to recognize and specifically react to pathogens through the activation of lymphocytes, providing long-lasting protection.

Active Immunity

Immunity that develops as a result of exposure to antigens; it can occur naturally after recovery from a disease or can be artificially induced by immunization with a vaccine. Compare with passive immunity.

Passive Immunity

Temporary immunity that depends on the presence of immunoglobulins produced by another organism. Compare with active immunity.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's immune response by producing antibodies.