The Table gives the masses of three main sequence stars.
Table
| Star | Mass compared with the mass of the Sun |
|---|---|
| P | 1.1 times |
| Q | 15 times |
| R | 40 times |
Star P will become a red giant.
State the stage that comes after the red giant stage for star P.
Star Q will not become a red giant.
Give the name of the stage that comes after the main sequence for star Q.
Describe what happens to star Q at the end of its life.
Suggest how the final stage of star R might be different from the final stage of star Q.
Give a reason for your answer.
75 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 7.3 Stars, covering 7.3.1 Evolution of stars similar to the Sun, 7.3.2 Evolution of massive stars, and 7.3.3 Observing the Universe. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.