Two compact stellar remnants are identified. P is a white dwarf. Q is a neutron star. Which statement correctly links each remnant to its earlier evolution?
P followed a red giant; Q followed a supernova.
P followed a supernova; Q followed a red giant.
P followed a red supergiant; Q followed a red giant.
P followed a red supergiant; Q followed a supernova.
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.