The different phases of a star’s life

The different phases of a star's life

IN BRIEF Birth: Formation of a star from a nebula. Main sequence phase: Stabilization and fusion of hydrogen into helium. Red giant: Expansion as hydrogen is depleted, the star becomes a red giant. Variable end: Depending on its mass, it may become a white dwarf or explode into a supernova. Death: Outcomes of supernova or … Read more

Understand star formation

Understand star formation

IN BRIEF Birth of stars : Formation from the gravitational contraction of a nebula. Protostars : Clouds of gas that continue to contract to develop a star. Composition : Balls of gas mainly made of hydrogen and helium. Process : Gravitational collapse of interstellar clouds. Stellar evolution : Life cycle including the birth, evolution, and … Read more