When a Star Collapses to Form a Black Hole, Its

question 21

Multiple Choice

When a star collapses to form a black hole, its mass

• A)increases.
• B)decreases.
• C)remains the same.

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Definitions:

Lumbar Puncture

A medical procedure involving the insertion of a needle into the lower part of the spinal column to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic purposes.

Fluid Aspiration

The removal of fluids from a body cavity, tissue, or organ by suction or syringe for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.

Needle Insertion

The technique of placing a needle, often for medical procedures like injections or blood drawing, into a part of the body.

Lumbar Puncture

A medical procedure involving the insertion of a needle into the lower part of the spinal column to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic testing or to administer medication.