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What is the key factor that determines the stability of stars?
What is the key factor that determines the stability of stars?
The equilibrium between outward radiation pressure and inward gravitational forces.
What is the source of energy in stars?
What is the source of energy in stars?
Fusion.
What are the two forces that need to be balanced for stability in stars?
What are the two forces that need to be balanced for stability in stars?
Outward radiation pressure and inward gravitational forces.
