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A Main-Sequence Star of 8

Question 48

Question 48

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A main-sequence star of 8.5 solar masses can become a white dwarf by


A) exceeding the Chandrasekhar limit.
B) losing mass.
C) gaining mass.
D) remaining at 8.5 solar masses.

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