Star Classification Flashcards
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What are stars?

Huge spheres of glowing gas made up mostly of hydrogen.

How do stars produce energy?

Through the process of nuclear fusion.

How do astronomers classify stars?

According to their physical characteristics including color, temperature, size, composition, and brightness.

What does a star's color reveal?

<p>Its surface temperature. The coolest stars appear red, and the hottest stars appear bluish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are very large stars called?

<p>Giant stars or supergiant stars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the brightness of a star depend on?

<p>Temperature and size. A larger star tends to be brighter than a smaller star, and a hotter star tends to be brighter than a cooler star.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How bright a star appears depends on?

<p>Its distance from Earth and how bright the star truly is.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Star Definition

  • Stars are enormous spheres of glowing gas primarily composed of hydrogen.

Energy Production in Stars

  • Stars generate energy through the process of nuclear fusion, where hydrogen atoms fuse to form helium, releasing energy in the process.

Classification of Stars

  • Astronomers classify stars based on distinct physical characteristics, which include color, temperature, size, composition, and brightness.

Color and Temperature Relationship

  • A star's color indicates its surface temperature; cooler stars radiate red, while the hottest stars emit a bluish hue.

Types of Large Stars

  • Large stars are categorized as giant stars or supergiant stars, indicating significant mass and size.

Factors Influencing Brightness

  • The brightness of a star is influenced by both its temperature and size; larger stars generally shine brighter, and hotter stars also tend to be more luminous than cooler ones.

Apparent Brightness Considerations

  • How bright a star appears from Earth depends on its true brightness and its distance from our planet, with closer stars appearing brighter than those further away, regardless of their actual luminosity.

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Explore the fascinating world of stars with these flashcards that cover essential concepts in stellar classification. Learn how stars are formed, how they produce energy, and the criteria astronomers use to classify them based on their physical characteristics. Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts and students alike!

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