Multiple Choice
Star A is located at the top left of the H-R diagram and has the same luminosity as Star B which is located at the top right of the H-R diagram. How must these stars differ?
A) Star A is hotter and bigger than Star B.
B) Star A is cooler and bigger than Star B.
C) Star A is hotter and smaller than Star B.
D) Star A is cooler and smaller than Star B.
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