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Origin and Evolution of the Universe

Question 3 • WV-Earth and Space Science A-CR

After the supernova in a star’s life cycle, what else is formed in addition to a nebula?

Answer
r
red giant or protostar
n
neutron star or red giant
p
protostar or black hole
b
black hole or neutron star

Explanation

A supernova can leave behind a neutron star or, if the collapsing core is massive enough, a black hole. The ejected material forms a nebula, so the other remnant is a black hole or neutron star. A red giant and protostar are earlier stages in a star’s life cycle.

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