For an Astronomer,what Is the Significance of the Turnoff Point

question 71

Multiple Choice

For an astronomer,what is the significance of the turnoff point in the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram of a star cluster?

• A) The turnoff point tells the astronomer the age of the star cluster.
• B) The turnoff point tells the astronomer which stars might be about to explode as supernovas.
• C) The turnoff point tells the astronomer which stars pulsate in brightness (variable stars).
• D) The turnoff point tells the astronomer the metal content of the star cluster.

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