Which Statement Does NOT Describe a Consequence of Core Collapse

question 162

Multiple Choice

Which statement does NOT describe a consequence of core collapse at the end of the life of a massive star?

• A) The silicon core is converted to iron by fusion reactions.
• B) Electrons combine with protons to form neutrons.
• C) Great numbers of neutrinos are produced.
• D) The core density approaches the density of an atomic nucleus.

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