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Question 17
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A massive star has more hydrogen than the Sun but spends less time on the main sequence. Which statement explains both observations?

[1]
A

It uses hydrogen more slowly, so the larger supply lasts less time.

B

It uses hydrogen more quickly, so the larger supply lasts less time.

C

It uses hydrogen more slowly, so the larger supply lasts more time.

D

It uses hydrogen more quickly, so the larger supply lasts more time.

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7.3 Stars Questions

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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.

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