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Question 32
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The following changes occur near the end of a massive star's life.

P: The core collapses rapidly. Q: Energy release can no longer maintain sufficient outward pressure. R: A supernova ejects the outer layers.

Which order and possible remnant are correct?

[1]
A

P, Q, R; a white dwarf

B

Q, P, R; a white dwarf

C

Q, P, R; a black hole

D

P, R, Q; a black hole

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7.3 Stars Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /7.3 Stars

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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