We Know That Giant Stars Are Larger in Diameter Than

question 21

Multiple Choice

We know that giant stars are larger in diameter than the Sun because

• A)they are more luminous but have about the same temperature.
• B)they are less luminous but have about the same temperature.
• C)they are hotter but have about the same luminosity.
• D)they are cooler but have about the same luminosity.
• E)they have a larger absolute magnitude than the Sun.

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Definitions:

Antecedent Factor

A variable or condition that precedes and may cause or contribute to the outcome of interest.

Parasympathetic Branch

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the body's response after a state of arousal.

Sympathetic System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for action and is often associated with the fight-or-flight response.

Innervated

Supplied with nerves; often refers to how certain body parts receive nerve signals from the brain or spinal cord.