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Read about the death of stars
  • What do average stars evolve to?
  • Explain the difference between novae and supernovae.
  • What type of stars become novae?
  • What might happen to a star after a supernovae?
  • Describe neutron stars. Why do some spin?
  • How is a dead star like a Phoenix (the mythological bird that rises from the ashes)?
Watch the video
  • Describe a neutron star. 
  • Describe a black hole. Why is it "black"?
  • Describe a supernova explosion. How powerful are they?
  • Why does a star's mass determine it's death?
Read about the dispersion of elements
  • How are heavy elements created? 
  • Describe the process of creating elements inside of a star and during a supernova. 
Review the HR Diagram