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Which statements describe properties of stars? Check all that apply.Stars produce energy through nuclear fusion.Stars produce energy through gravity.Stars are massive objects composed of gas.Stars are solid objects that we could stand on.Stars are composed primarily of hydrogen and helium.Stars are composed primarily of liquids such as water.

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Stars produce energy through nuclear fusion.
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Stars produce energy through gravity.
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Stars are massive objects composed of gas.
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Stars are solid objects that we could stand on.
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Stars are composed primarily of hydrogen and helium.
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Stars are composed primarily of liquids such as water.
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Use the drop-down menus to complete the statements about the death of stars.

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When a supergiant explodes, a occurs.:supernova
A supernova may leave behind a , which is the size of a large city.:neutron star
When the outer portion of a red giant expands and is blown away, a is left behind.:white dwarf
The most-massive stars may become , which are not directly detectable.:black holes
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