What Ionizes the Gas in a Planetary Nebula and Makes

question 85

Multiple Choice

What ionizes the gas in a planetary nebula and makes it visible?

• A) X-ray photons emitted by a pulsar
• B) ultraviolet photons emitted by a white dwarf
• C) the shock wave from a supernova
• D) hydrogen burning in the nebular gas
• E) infrared photons from a nova explosion

Differentiate between inductive and deductive steps in an argument by analogy.

Analyze the logical strength and weakness of arguments by analogy.

Recognize the role of similarity in arguments by analogy.

Assess how specific similarities or differences affect the strength of analogical arguments.

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