Which Stars Undergo a Helium Flash in Their Cores

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which stars undergo a helium flash in their cores?

• A) stars of less than 2 solar masses
• B) stars that contain helium
• C) stars of more than 2 solar masses
• D) stars that have become red giants

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