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When one member of a binary star system is a black hole, and astronomers detect flickering x-rays coming from the system, where are these x-rays usually coming from?
When one member of a binary star system is a black hole, and astronomers detect flickering x-rays coming from the system, where are these x-rays usually coming from?
The accretion disk around the black hole
Which of these stars will take the longest time to go from the earliest protostar stage to the main sequence?
Which of these stars will take the longest time to go from the earliest protostar stage to the main sequence?
Astronomers have concluded that pulsars are
Astronomers have concluded that pulsars are
rotating neutron stars
Astronomers identify the "birth" of a real star with what activity in the star?
Astronomers identify the "birth" of a real star with what activity in the star?
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An astronomy PhD student needs to estimate the age of a cluster of stars. Which of the following would be part of the process she would follow?
An astronomy PhD student needs to estimate the age of a cluster of stars. Which of the following would be part of the process she would follow?
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When a star settles down to a stable existence as a main-sequence star, what characteristic(s) determining where on the main sequence on an HR diagram the star will fall?
When a star settles down to a stable existence as a main-sequence star, what characteristic(s) determining where on the main sequence on an HR diagram the star will fall?
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What is the cause of a type 1 supernova?
What is the cause of a type 1 supernova?
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On an HR Diagram of a cluster of stars, which characteristic of the diagram is used as a good indicator of the cluster's age?
On an HR Diagram of a cluster of stars, which characteristic of the diagram is used as a good indicator of the cluster's age?
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The region around a black hole where everything is trapped, and nothing can get out to interact with the rest of the universe, is called
The region around a black hole where everything is trapped, and nothing can get out to interact with the rest of the universe, is called
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What is the name of the radius you calculated in the previous question?
What is the name of the radius you calculated in the previous question?
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What is the diameter of a solar mass black hole?
What is the diameter of a solar mass black hole?
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A star whose temperature is increasing but whose luminosity is roughly constant moves in what direction on the H-R diagram?
A star whose temperature is increasing but whose luminosity is roughly constant moves in what direction on the H-R diagram?
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Stars more massive than about 40 solar masses end their lives with a supernova explosion. What determines if the remnant left after the explosion is a black hole or neutron star?
Stars more massive than about 40 solar masses end their lives with a supernova explosion. What determines if the remnant left after the explosion is a black hole or neutron star?
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What is the ball of matter contracting to become a star called?
What is the ball of matter contracting to become a star called?
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What is the difference between an optical double star and a true binary star system?
What is the difference between an optical double star and a true binary star system?
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HR diagrams are not usually constructed by using apparent magnitude as a measure of stellar brightness because
HR diagrams are not usually constructed by using apparent magnitude as a measure of stellar brightness because
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Apparent magnitude is often used as a measure of brightness for HR diagrams of star clusters because
Apparent magnitude is often used as a measure of brightness for HR diagrams of star clusters because
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In the core of a high mass star, which element cannot be fused into heavier elements?
In the core of a high mass star, which element cannot be fused into heavier elements?
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Which of the following is the smallest?
Which of the following is the smallest?
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What kind of telescope Jocelyn Bell use to discover pulsars in1968?
What kind of telescope Jocelyn Bell use to discover pulsars in1968?
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When a single star with a mass equal to the Sun dies, it will become a
When a single star with a mass equal to the Sun dies, it will become a
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What is the Chandrasekhar mass?
What is the Chandrasekhar mass?
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When stars first form, which region of the HR diagram do they appear on?
When stars first form, which region of the HR diagram do they appear on?
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In a color photograph of the constellation Scorpius, the star Antares has a distinct red color. This indicates that
In a color photograph of the constellation Scorpius, the star Antares has a distinct red color. This indicates that
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On HR diagram 1, What is the name of the group of stars shown enclosed by the dotted line?
On HR diagram 1, What is the name of the group of stars shown enclosed by the dotted line?
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Today we know that the source of energy for the Sun is a process called
Today we know that the source of energy for the Sun is a process called
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Luminosity is
Luminosity is
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An idealized object that does not reflect or scatter any radiation that hits it, but simply absorbs every bit of radiation that falls on it is called
An idealized object that does not reflect or scatter any radiation that hits it, but simply absorbs every bit of radiation that falls on it is called
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The wavelength of visible light is between _____ and _____
The wavelength of visible light is between _____ and _____
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Solar wind particles can be captured by the Earth's magnetosphere. When these particles spiral down along the magnetic field into the atmosphere, they are responsible for
Solar wind particles can be captured by the Earth's magnetosphere. When these particles spiral down along the magnetic field into the atmosphere, they are responsible for
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The apparent change in position of a star when it is viewed from opposite sides of Earth's orbit is called
The apparent change in position of a star when it is viewed from opposite sides of Earth's orbit is called
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Why is an absorption spectrum especially useful for astronomers?
Why is an absorption spectrum especially useful for astronomers?
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Where in the Sun does fusion of hydrogen occur?
Where in the Sun does fusion of hydrogen occur?
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Two stars have the same temperature, but one has about four times the luminosity of the other. How do the sizes of the stars compare?
Two stars have the same temperature, but one has about four times the luminosity of the other. How do the sizes of the stars compare?
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Which of the following can be used as a alternative to temperature on an HR diagram?
Which of the following can be used as a alternative to temperature on an HR diagram?
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The Sun is an enormous ball of gas. Left to itself, a ball of so many atoms should collapse under its own tremendous gravity. Why is our Sun not collapsing?
The Sun is an enormous ball of gas. Left to itself, a ball of so many atoms should collapse under its own tremendous gravity. Why is our Sun not collapsing?
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What is the ratio of the amount of light collected by Hubble to that collected by the MTSU telescope?
What is the ratio of the amount of light collected by Hubble to that collected by the MTSU telescope?
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What is the surface temperature of the Sun?
What is the surface temperature of the Sun?
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What are the two basic types of optical telescope?
What are the two basic types of optical telescope?
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The color index of a star is a measure of its
The color index of a star is a measure of its
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A star has an absolute magnitude of 2.3. Is it visible to the naked eye?
A star has an absolute magnitude of 2.3. Is it visible to the naked eye?
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The star HR 8075 has an apparent magnitude of m=4.05 and an absolute magnitude of M=0.57. What is the distance to the star?
The star HR 8075 has an apparent magnitude of m=4.05 and an absolute magnitude of M=0.57. What is the distance to the star?
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of having a telescope in space?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of having a telescope in space?
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The overall result of Proton-Proton cycle is that four _____ fuse together to form one _______
The overall result of Proton-Proton cycle is that four _____ fuse together to form one _______
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(This question refers to the diagram) In which region of the HR diagram would a hot, luminous star be found?
(This question refers to the diagram) In which region of the HR diagram would a hot, luminous star be found?
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Sirius B is a very hot star, but it is quite dim, with an absolute magnitude of 11.2. The Sun, although cooler than Sirius B, has an absolute magnitude of 4.8. Which of the following statements is false?
Sirius B is a very hot star, but it is quite dim, with an absolute magnitude of 11.2. The Sun, although cooler than Sirius B, has an absolute magnitude of 4.8. Which of the following statements is false?
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What out observing one night, you notice that two stars have about the same brightness. This means that
What out observing one night, you notice that two stars have about the same brightness. This means that
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When a knowledgeable amateur astronomer tells you that she has a 14-inch telescope, what does the number 14 refer to?
When a knowledgeable amateur astronomer tells you that she has a 14-inch telescope, what does the number 14 refer to?
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The first person who regularly turned a telescope to astronomical observations (and published his observations) was:
The first person who regularly turned a telescope to astronomical observations (and published his observations) was:
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How far away would a star with a parallax of 0.7 arcsec be from us?
How far away would a star with a parallax of 0.7 arcsec be from us?
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A team of astronomer discovers one of the most massive stars ever found. If this star is just settling down in that stage of its life where it will be converting hydrogen to helium in its core, where will we find it on the HR diagram?
A team of astronomer discovers one of the most massive stars ever found. If this star is just settling down in that stage of its life where it will be converting hydrogen to helium in its core, where will we find it on the HR diagram?
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Measurements show a star has a very high luminosity while its temperature is quite cool. How can this be?
Measurements show a star has a very high luminosity while its temperature is quite cool. How can this be?
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When the outer layers of a star like the Sun expand, and it becomes a giant, which way does it move on the H-R diagram?
When the outer layers of a star like the Sun expand, and it becomes a giant, which way does it move on the H-R diagram?
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Consider a main sequence star, neutron star, black hole, and a white dwarf, all with the mass of one sun. What is the correct order of these objects, from smallest size to largest size?
Consider a main sequence star, neutron star, black hole, and a white dwarf, all with the mass of one sun. What is the correct order of these objects, from smallest size to largest size?
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Solar mass stars cannot form elements heavier than oxygen. Where are heavier elements like silicon produced?
Solar mass stars cannot form elements heavier than oxygen. Where are heavier elements like silicon produced?
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Which of the following planets/dwarf planets is the Sun most similar to in terms of composition?
Which of the following planets/dwarf planets is the Sun most similar to in terms of composition?
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How do the temperature and luminosity of a star like the Sun change as it moves from the main sequence and becomes a red giant?
How do the temperature and luminosity of a star like the Sun change as it moves from the main sequence and becomes a red giant?
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Which of the following is not a step in the proton-proton chain?
Which of the following is not a step in the proton-proton chain?
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Which of the following stages will our own Sun go through in the future?
Which of the following stages will our own Sun go through in the future?
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Which of the following statements about a Type 2 Supernova is true?
Which of the following statements about a Type 2 Supernova is true?
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To predict whether a star will ultimately become a black hole, what is the key property of the star we should look at?
To predict whether a star will ultimately become a black hole, what is the key property of the star we should look at?
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Which of the following stages of stellar evolution do a low mass star like the Sun and a high mass star not share?
Which of the following stages of stellar evolution do a low mass star like the Sun and a high mass star not share?
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Which of the following is one reason we do not detect a pulsar in many remnants of supernova explosions?
Which of the following is one reason we do not detect a pulsar in many remnants of supernova explosions?
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In which stage do stars spend the majority of their lives?
In which stage do stars spend the majority of their lives?
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In the fusion reactions that occur in all the stars results in the loss of mass from a star. Where does this "missing mass" go?
In the fusion reactions that occur in all the stars results in the loss of mass from a star. Where does this "missing mass" go?
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Which of the following statements about black holes is correct?
Which of the following statements about black holes is correct?
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When neutron stars were first predicted theoretically, no scientist expected to be able to detect one of them across interstellar distances. What enabled astronomers to find neutron stars in the late 1960's?
When neutron stars were first predicted theoretically, no scientist expected to be able to detect one of them across interstellar distances. What enabled astronomers to find neutron stars in the late 1960's?
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A star contracts until the inward pull of gravity is balanced by the outward push of pressure. This condition is known as
A star contracts until the inward pull of gravity is balanced by the outward push of pressure. This condition is known as
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What happens to the core of a main sequence star when its hydrogen fuel runs out?
What happens to the core of a main sequence star when its hydrogen fuel runs out?
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The radius of mars is 3.4x10^6 m and it has a mass of 6.4x10^23kg. What is the escape velocity of Mars?
The radius of mars is 3.4x10^6 m and it has a mass of 6.4x10^23kg. What is the escape velocity of Mars?
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Which of the following stages can only occur in the life of a high mass star?
Which of the following stages can only occur in the life of a high mass star?
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What is the purpose of adaptive optics on ground based telescopes?
What is the purpose of adaptive optics on ground based telescopes?
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How many nanometers are in one meters?
How many nanometers are in one meters?
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A fashion designer brings out a new line of clothing which reflects the shortest wavelength of visible light. What color will these articles of clothing be to the human eye?
A fashion designer brings out a new line of clothing which reflects the shortest wavelength of visible light. What color will these articles of clothing be to the human eye?
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Which of the following has shorter wavelengths than visible light?
Which of the following has shorter wavelengths than visible light?
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When a star or galaxy is moving away from us, we observe the Doppler effect by seeing the lines in its spectrum
When a star or galaxy is moving away from us, we observe the Doppler effect by seeing the lines in its spectrum
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The fusion of hydrogen into helium in the sun causes the suns mass to
The fusion of hydrogen into helium in the sun causes the suns mass to
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Approximately 7.8 of the atoms in the sun are
Approximately 7.8 of the atoms in the sun are
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Star 1 has an apparent magnitude of 4.5 and an absolute magnitude of 8.0. Star 2 has an apparent magnitude of 10.6 and an absolute magnitude of 1.2. Which of the following statements is true?
Star 1 has an apparent magnitude of 4.5 and an absolute magnitude of 8.0. Star 2 has an apparent magnitude of 10.6 and an absolute magnitude of 1.2. Which of the following statements is true?
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What are the two most common elements in the Sun?
What are the two most common elements in the Sun?
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Why is apparent magnitude usually not a good substitute for luminosity on an HR diagram?
Why is apparent magnitude usually not a good substitute for luminosity on an HR diagram?
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To which region on the HR diagram do most stars belong?
To which region on the HR diagram do most stars belong?
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What is the baseline that astronomers use to measure the parallax of the nearest stars?
What is the baseline that astronomers use to measure the parallax of the nearest stars?
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According to the formula E=mc2
According to the formula E=mc2
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In the formula E=mc2, the letter c stands for
In the formula E=mc2, the letter c stands for
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Astronomical observatories have been available since ancient times, and many cultures set aside special sites for astronomical observation. The thing modern observatories have that was missing from these older observatories until about 1610 was
Astronomical observatories have been available since ancient times, and many cultures set aside special sites for astronomical observation. The thing modern observatories have that was missing from these older observatories until about 1610 was
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Which of the following has the longest wavelength?
Which of the following has the longest wavelength?
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A flashlight emits light at a wavelength of 300nm. Would this flashlight be useful?
A flashlight emits light at a wavelength of 300nm. Would this flashlight be useful?
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The resolving power of a telescope refers to its ability too
The resolving power of a telescope refers to its ability too
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Which of the following can be used as an alternative for luminosity on an HR diagram?
Which of the following can be used as an alternative for luminosity on an HR diagram?
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As a cluster of stars begins to age, which type of star in the cluster will move off the main sequence of the H-R diagram first?
As a cluster of stars begins to age, which type of star in the cluster will move off the main sequence of the H-R diagram first?
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If you want to find stars that are just being born, where are the best places to search?
If you want to find stars that are just being born, where are the best places to search?
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Flashcards
X-ray source in binary star system with black hole
X-ray source in binary star system with black hole
Accretion disk around the black hole
Slowest star to main sequence
Slowest star to main sequence
1/10th the mass of our Sun
Pulsars are...
Pulsars are...
Rotating neutron stars
Star 'birth' signal
Star 'birth' signal
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Estimating star cluster age
Estimating star cluster age
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Main sequence star position
Main sequence star position
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Type 1 supernova cause
Type 1 supernova cause
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Cluster age indicator
Cluster age indicator
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Region around black hole, nothing escapes
Region around black hole, nothing escapes
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Schwarzschild radius
Schwarzschild radius
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Solar mass black hole diameter
Solar mass black hole diameter
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Star's HR diagram move, incr temp, const lum
Star's HR diagram move, incr temp, const lum
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High mass star remnant
High mass star remnant
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Matter contracting into star
Matter contracting into star
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Optical vs. Binary star
Optical vs. Binary star
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Problem with apparent magnitude for HR diagrams
Problem with apparent magnitude for HR diagrams
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Good HR diagram use for clusters
Good HR diagram use for clusters
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Unfusable element in high mass star
Unfusable element in high mass star
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Smallest of stellar remnant type
Smallest of stellar remnant type
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Telescope type for pulsar
Telescope type for pulsar
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Single solar mass star death stage
Single solar mass star death stage
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Chandrasekhar mass
Chandrasekhar mass
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Study Notes
Binary Star Systems with Black Holes
- X-rays from binary systems with a black hole originate from the accretion disk around the black hole.
Stellar Evolution Time Scales
- Stars with 1/10th the mass of our Sun take the longest to reach the main sequence from the protostar stage.
Pulsars
- Pulsars are rotating neutron stars.
Star Birth
- Nuclear fusion reactions beginning in the core mark the birth of a star.
Estimating Star Cluster Ages
- Plotting stars on an H-R diagram is part of estimating the age of a star cluster.
Main Sequence Stars
- A star's mass determines its position on the main sequence of an H-R diagram.
Type 1 Supernovae
- Type 1 supernovae occur when a white dwarf exceeds a certain mass limit, leading to a collapse and immense fusion energy release.
Star Clusters and Age
- The turn-off point on an H-R diagram of a star cluster indicates the cluster's age.
Black Holes and Event Horizons
- The event horizon is the region around a black hole where nothing can escape.
Schwarzschild Radius
- Refers to the radius of the event horizon of a black hole.
Black Hole Size
- A solar-mass black hole has a diameter of 5.9 km.
H-R Diagram Shifts
- A star's temperature increasing but luminosity staying relatively constant results in a leftward shift on the H-R diagram.
Remnants of Massive Stars
- Mass determines whether a supernova remnant is a black hole or a neutron star.
Protostars
- A protostar is a contracting ball of matter destined to become a star.
Binary Star Definitions
- True binary stars orbit each other; optical doubles appear close due to chance alignments but are actually distant.
Apparent Magnitude Limitations
- Apparent magnitude is affected by distance, making it unsuitable for general H-R diagram use in star clusters
Apparent Magnitude in Star Clusters
- All stars in a cluster are at approximately the same distance; hence apparent magnitude can be used to represent luminosity
Element Fusion Limits
- Iron cannot be fused into heavier elements within the core of high-mass stars.
Stellar Sizes
- Neutron stars are the smallest of the listed stellar objects (main sequence star, neutron star, black hole, and white dwarf).
Pulsar Discovery Telescope Type
- Jocelyn Bell utilized a radio telescope to discover pulsars.
Solar Mass Star Fate
- A single star with the Sun's mass becomes a white dwarf at the end of its life.
Chandrasekhar Limit
- The Chandrasekhar limit is the maximum mass of a white dwarf star.
Early Star Locations
- Newborn stars appear on the main sequence of the H-R diagram.
Star Colors and Temperature
- Red colors in star photographs indicate relatively cooler temperatures.
Main Sequence Region
- The main sequence is the dotted-line enclosed group of stars on the H-R Diagram.
Solar Energy Source
- Nuclear fusion is the source of energy for the Sun.
Luminosity Definition
- Luminosity is the total light energy a star emits into space.
Blackbodies
- Blackbodies absorb all incident radiation.
Visible Light Wavelength Range
- Visible light ranges from 400nm to 700nm.
Auroras
- Solar wind particles captured by Earth's magnetosphere cause the aurora borealis and australis.
Stellar Parallax
- Parallax is the apparent shift in a star's position as viewed from opposite sides of Earth's orbit.
Absorption Spectra in Astronomy
- Absorption spectra with dark lines help determine star element composition.
Solar Fusion Location
- Hydrogen fusion occurs only in the Sun's core.
Relative Star Sizes and Luminosities
- If two stars have the same temperature but one has four times the luminosity, the more luminous star is larger.
Alternative to Temperature on HR Diagrams
- Color index can serve as an alternative to temperature on H-R diagrams.
Stellar Stability
- Nuclear fusion in the Sun maintains a balance against gravitational collapse.
Telescope Light Gathering Ratio
- Hubble telescope gathers 34.3 times more light than the MTSU telescope.
Solar Surface Temperature
- The Sun's surface temperature is approximately 5780 K.
Optical Telescope Types
- Optical telescopes are classified as reflectors or refractors.
Color Index Meaning
- Color index represents a star's temperature.
Naked Eye Visibility
- A star's absolute magnitude alone does not definitively determine naked-eye visibility.
Star Distance Calculation
- The distance to a star can be determined knowing its apparent and absolute magnitudes.
Advantages of Space Telescopes
- Space telescopes are not affected by atmospheric turbulence.
Proton-Proton Chain Products
- The proton-proton chain fuses four protons into one helium nucleus.
HR Diagram Region for Hot Luminous Stars
- Region 1 on a diagram denotes hot, luminous stars.
Star Size and Luminosity
- A star with high luminosity and cool temperature must be large.
Giant Star Movement on HR Diagram
- As a star becomes a giant, it shifts upward and to the right on the H-R diagram.
Stellar Sizes (Mass-Related)
- Listed in order from smallest to largest, by size or diameter, based on mass: Black hole, Neutron Star, White Dwarf, Main Sequence Star.
Element Production Locations
- Elements heavier than oxygen are primarily produced in high-mass stars that undergo supernovae.
Solar System Composition Similarities
- Compositionally, the Sun is most like Saturn among these listed options.
Stellar Evolution Changes
- As the Sun proceeds from the main sequence into a red giant, its temperature decreases and luminosity increases.
Proton-Proton Chain Step
- 3He +3He → 6Be isn't a step in the proton-proton chain
Stellar Evolution Stages
- A star like the Sun undergoes all these stages in its future.
Supernova Type 2 Definition
- Type 2 supernovae result from the stellar demise of stars with at least 10 times the Sun's mass.
Stellar Fate Prediction
- A star's mass is the crucial property in predicting whether it will become a black hole.
Stellar Evolution Differences (Low/High Mass)
- Low-mass Sun-like stars do not fuse carbon into heavier elements.
Pulsar Detection Challenges
- Pulsar beams might not always point towards Earth; hence, detection becomes challenging.
Main Sequence Duration
- The main sequence is the longest stage in a star's lifespan.
Mass-Energy Conversion
- Mass loss during fusion converts mass into energy.
Black Hole Escape Velocity
- Black holes have escape velocities exceeding the speed of light.
Pulsar Discovery Technologies
- Astronomers found pulsars by detecting magnetized neutron stars' rotating beams.
Hydrostatic Equilibrium
- Hydrostatic equilibrium occurs when gravitational forces and pressure forces balance within a star.
Main Sequence Core Change
- As hydrogen fuel in the core runs out, the core contracts and heats.
Escape Velocity of Mars
- The escape velocity of Mars equates to 5.0km/s
High-Mass Star Stages
- Only high-mass stars experience supernova explosions.
Adaptive Optics in Telescopes
- Adaptive optics reduce atmospheric turbulence effects (aka "twinkling").
Nanometers to Meters
- One billion nanometers are present in one meter.
Shortest Wavelength Visible Light Color
- The color corresponding to the shortest visible wavelength is blue.
Wavelengths Shorter than Visible Light
- Ultraviolet radiation has wavelengths shorter than visible light.
Redshifts and Galaxy Movement
- When galaxies move away, their spectral lines get redshifted.
Solar Mass Variation
- The Sun's mass slightly decreases due to fusion.
Solar Element Composition
- Helium is substantially more abundant than other elements, representing approximately 78% of solar atoms,
Star Visibility and Magnitudes
- Star 1 is visible without aid, while Star 2 requires an instrument to be seen.
Solar Composition
- Hydrogen and helium are the most abundant elements in the Sun.
Apparent Magnitude and Luminosity
- Apparent magnitude is not a reliable proxy for luminosity when making H-R diagrams.
Common Star Placement
- Most stars occupy the main sequence on an H-R diagram.
Parallax Measurement Baseline
- Earth's orbital diameter is used to measure starlight parallax.
Mass-Energy Equivalence
- A significant amount of energy can be produced from a small mass as per E=mc².
Speed of Light in Formula
- The letter "c" in E=mc² represents the speed of light
Modern Observatories Difference
- Modern observatories use telescopes, absent in earlier observatories before 1610.
Longest Wavelength
- Radio waves have the longest wavelength among the options.
Flashlight Wavelength Usefulness
- A flashlight with 300nm wavelength is not useful as humans cannot perceive wavelengths below a certain range.
Resolving Power in Telescopes
- Resolving power refers to a telescope's capability to discern small details.
Alternative to Luminosity
- Absolute magnitude provides a usable alternative to luminosity for H-R diagrams.
Cluster Main Sequence Departure
- High-mass stars leave the main sequence first in a cluster as it ages.
Star Birth Locations
- Giant molecular clouds are star-forming regions.
Main Sequence Star Mass Change
- Moving from the lower-right to upper-left on an H-R diagram shows an increase in the mass of main-sequence stars.
Star Cluster Types (Ancient)
- Globular clusters contain primarily old stars.
Neutron Star Size
- Neutron stars have diameters of a few tens of kilometers.
Giant Star Trigger
- A star becomes a giant when its core's hydrogen (hot enough for fusion) is converted to helium.
Hubble's Distance Calculation
- Cepheid variable stars helped Hubble calculate distance to Andromeda galaxy.
Distant Galaxy Commonality
- All galaxies beyond the Local Group exhibit redshifts.
Quasar Surprise
- Quasars' spectral lines revealed large redshifts, surprising astronomers.
Milky Way Distance
- Distance 4 on the diagram equals 100,000 light-years.
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