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Star formation occurs when a giant molecular cloud collapses under magnetic fields.
Star formation occurs when a giant molecular cloud collapses under magnetic fields.
False
A main-sequence star is a protostar that has not yet reached a stable state.
A main-sequence star is a protostar that has not yet reached a stable state.
False
The halo of a galaxy is composed of only dark matter.
The halo of a galaxy is composed of only dark matter.
False
Spiral arms in galaxies are formed due to the gravitational pull of nearby stars.
Spiral arms in galaxies are formed due to the gravitational pull of nearby stars.
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Elliptical galaxies are typically young, gas-rich galaxies.
Elliptical galaxies are typically young, gas-rich galaxies.
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Irregular galaxies are formed through the merger of two spiral galaxies.
Irregular galaxies are formed through the merger of two spiral galaxies.
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The clutch is a component of the transmission system that changes the gear ratio to adjust speed and torque.
The clutch is a component of the transmission system that changes the gear ratio to adjust speed and torque.
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Automatic transmission is a type of transmission that requires the driver to manually shift gears.
Automatic transmission is a type of transmission that requires the driver to manually shift gears.
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The propeller shaft is a component that splits power between the two wheels in a vehicle.
The propeller shaft is a component that splits power between the two wheels in a vehicle.
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A celestial system consists of a planet and all the celestial objects that orbit around it.
A celestial system consists of a planet and all the celestial objects that orbit around it.
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The Chelech system is a recognized term in astronomy or physics.
The Chelech system is a recognized term in astronomy or physics.
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Continuously variable transmission (CVT) is a type of transmission that uses gears and levers to change gear ratio.
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) is a type of transmission that uses gears and levers to change gear ratio.
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Study Notes
Transmission and Celestial System
Star Formation
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The Process:
- Giant molecular clouds collapse under gravity, fragmenting into denser regions
- These regions spin faster, flatten into disks, and heat up at the center
- Protostar forms at the center, surrounded by a disk of gas and dust
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Main Sequence:
- Once the protostar reaches a stable state, it becomes a main-sequence star
- Fusion of hydrogen into helium releases energy, making the star shine
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Factors Influencing Star Formation:
- Gravity, magnetic fields, and turbulence in the molecular cloud
- Metallicity, radiation, and nearby stars can also impact the process
Galactic Structure
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Components:
- Bulge: Older, spherical distribution of stars at the galaxy's center
- Disk: Flat, rotating disk of stars, gas, and dust, including spiral arms
- Halo: Extended, spherical distribution of dark matter and stars
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Spiral Arm Formation:
- Density Wave Theory: Spiral arms form from density waves, triggering star formation
- Self-Gravitating Disk: Spiral arms form from gravitational instability in the disk
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Galaxy Types:
- Spiral: Milky Way-like, with spiral arms and a prominent bulge
- Elliptical: Older, football-shaped galaxies with little gas and dust
- Irregular: Chaotic, irregularly shaped galaxies, often the result of mergers
Star Formation
- Giant molecular clouds collapse under gravity, leading to the formation of denser regions
- Fragmentation of the cloud leads to the formation of multiple protostars
- As the protostar spins faster, it flattens into a disk shape and heats up at the center
- A protostar forms at the center of the disk, surrounded by a disk of gas and dust
- Once the protostar reaches a stable state, it becomes a main-sequence star
- Fusion of hydrogen into helium releases energy, making the star shine
- Gravity, magnetic fields, turbulence, metallicity, radiation, and nearby stars influence star formation
Galactic Structure
Components of a Galaxy
- The central, spherical bulge consists of older stars
- The flat, rotating disk is composed of stars, gas, and dust, and includes spiral arms
- The extended, spherical halo is made up of dark matter and stars
Spiral Arm Formation Theories
- The density wave theory proposes that spiral arms form from density waves, triggering star formation
- The self-gravitating disk theory suggests that spiral arms form from gravitational instability in the disk
Galaxy Types
- Spiral galaxies have spiral arms and a prominent bulge (e.g., the Milky Way)
- Elliptical galaxies are older, football-shaped, and contain little gas and dust
- Irregular galaxies have chaotic, irregular shapes, often resulting from mergers
Transmission System
- Transmits power from the engine to the wheels of a vehicle
- Comprises four main components:
- Clutch: connects and disconnects the engine from the transmission
- Gearbox: changes the gear ratio to adjust speed and torque
- Propeller shaft: connects the gearbox to the differential
- Differential: splits power between the two wheels
- Four types of transmission:
- Manual transmission: driver manually shifts gears
- Automatic transmission: gears shift automatically
- Semi-automatic transmission: combines manual and automatic shifting
- Continuously variable transmission (CVT): uses belts and pulleys to change gear ratio
Celestial System
- A celestial system consists of a star and all the celestial objects that orbit around it
- Our solar system is an example of a celestial system, with the Sun at its center
- Can include planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other objects
- The study of celestial systems is important for understanding the formation and evolution of our universe
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Learn about the process of star formation, from the collapse of giant molecular clouds to the formation of a main-sequence star. Understand the key factors influencing this process.
