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Helium. As hydrogen is fused into helium.
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Why is the presence of large amount of helium in the spectrum of a star considered to be a sign of age?
Stars fuse hydrogen into helium, and then fuse the helium into carbon. For a star to have more than about 50% helium, we know that the star has already burned up half of its natural fuel, and that the end is near.
What are the two most abundant elements in a main sequenced star?
The two most abundant elements in a main sequenced star are Hydrogen(H) and Helium(He).
What is an older star that has become small?
A Dwarf Star
Is a star older or younger than the sun?
The sun is a star. Some stars are older than the sun while others are younger.
How is the age of the galaxy determined?
By analysing the oldest stars found.The older the star, the older the Galaxy.
Why is the presence of large amount of helium in the spectrum of a star considered to be a sign of age?
Stars fuse hydrogen into helium, and then fuse the helium into carbon. For a star to have more than about 50% helium, we know that the star has already burned up half of its natural fuel, and that the end is near.
What are the two most abundant elements in a main sequenced star?
The two most abundant elements in a main sequenced star are Hydrogen(H) and Helium(He).
What elements are in the the star Sirius?
Hydrogen and helium are the most abundant elements in a star.
What is more famous Star Wars or twilight?
Star Wars because more of the older people have heard of it. Plus most little boys like star wars as well
What is the most abundant star in space?
The most common type of star is the red dwarf.
What Elements Are Present In The Star Sirius?
Hydrogen and helium are the most abundant elements in a star.
What gas is most likely to make up the star of bethleham?
By far, the most abundant gas in a star is hydrogen.
Are Star Trek or star war books older?
star wars
What is older the super giant star or the giant star?
The giant star
What is an older star that has become small?
A Dwarf Star
What does a core of a star that has been stable for 1 million years have more of then are core that has been stable for 10 million years?
That would be Hydrogen. The star is converting Hydrogen to Helium over time, therefore the older the star is, the more Helium it contains.
Is Star Trek bridge commander older than Star Trek legacy?
Yes Bridge commander is older than Legacy!
