Why Does the Duration Over Which a Massive Star Fuses

question 67

Multiple Choice

Why does the duration over which a massive star fuses elements decrease from hydrogen to iron?

• A) The core temperature increases.
• B) The star produces less energy per fusion reaction.
• C) The core density increases.
• D) all of the above

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