7 Questions
What is a nebula?
A cloud of interstellar gas and dust
What is fusion?
The process of hydrogen nuclei fusing to form helium
How long does it take for the process from interstellar cloud collapse to fusion ignition to occur?
10 million years
What happens when fusion occurs in a star?
Energy is generated in the form of electromagnetic radiation, high-energy nuclear particles, and a tremendous amount of heat
What determines the diameter and density of a star of any given mass?
The balance between fusion energy and gravity
What is the Orion Nebula?
A birthplace and nursery for newborn stars
What have astronomers detected in the Orion Nebula?
Both simple and organic molecules
"Discover the Birth of Stars: Test your Astronomy Knowledge" - Take this quiz to learn about the formation of stars from interstellar gas and dust clouds known as nebulas. Test your understanding of the gravitational pull, atom movement and matter condensation that ultimately give rise to the billions of stars in the universe. Perfect for space enthusiasts and aspiring astronomers.
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