Questions and Answers
What is a Hertzsprung-Russell diagram?
A diagram that shows the relationship or differences between surface temperature and luminosity of stars.
What does the Y axis in the HR diagram represent?
Luminosity
What does the X axis in the HR diagram represent?
Temperature in degrees Kelvin
How is brightness shown on the Y axis?
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How is temperature shown on the X axis?
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In the HR diagram, what is the name of the stars shown at the very top?
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In the HR diagram, what is the name of the stars shown at the very bottom?
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In the HR diagram, what is the name of the stars shown in the middle?
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In the HR diagram, what is the name of the stars shown in the middle, but to the right side?
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Study Notes
Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram Overview
- Represents the relationship between surface temperature and luminosity of stars.
Axes of the HR Diagram
- Y-Axis: Indicates luminosity, with dim stars at the bottom and bright stars at the top.
- X-Axis: Represents temperature, increasing from cooler stars on the right to hotter stars on the left.
Star Categories in the HR Diagram
- Supergiants: Located at the very top of the diagram, indicating their high luminosity and size.
- Main Sequence Stars: Found in the middle of the diagram, these stars occupy the majority of stellar types, including our Sun.
- Red Giants: Positioned in the middle right, they are more luminous than main sequence stars but cooler in temperature.
- White Dwarfs: Located at the very bottom of the diagram, these stars are low in luminosity despite being high in temperature.
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This quiz focuses on the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram, a crucial tool in understanding the relationship between star surface temperature and luminosity. Each flashcard provides essential definitions and concepts related to the axes of the diagram. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their knowledge in stellar astrophysics.