answersLogoWhite

0

The first person to come up with a successful theory for nucleosynthesis in stars was Fred Hoyle.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What does the term nucleosynthesis refer to?

Nucleosynthesis is the process by which atoms are formed in the cores of stars through nuclear reactions. It is responsible for creating elements heavier than helium, like carbon, oxygen, and iron. There are two main types of nucleosynthesis: primordial nucleosynthesis, which occurred in the early universe, and stellar nucleosynthesis, which occurs in the cores of stars.


Where was the element boron made?

Nucleosynthesis in the core of stars.


Is beryllium created in stars?

Beryllium was not created during the stellar nucleosynthesis.


What are several types of nucleosynthesis?

Several types of nucleosynthesis include primordial nucleosynthesis (which occurs within the first few minutes of the universe's existence), stellar nucleosynthesis (which occurs within stars through nuclear fusion processes), and explosive nucleosynthesis (which occurs during events like supernovae or neutron star mergers).


What has the author Jean Audouze written?

Jean Audouze has written: 'Nucleosynthesis and chemical evolution' -- subject(s): Cosmochemistry, Evolution, Nucleosynthesis, Stars 'L' univers' -- subject(s): Cosmology


Simplified explanation of the formation of uranium in the earths' surface?

Uranium was not formed on the earth but in the stars by stellar nucleosynthesis.


A protostar becomes a star when energy is released by the process of what?

Nuclear fusion. In the case of stars, it is often called nucleosynthesis.


Who is inventor of nitrogen?

Nitrogen is an element, not an invention. It was DISCOVERED by Daniel Rutherford.


When did the first nucleosynthesis take place?

The first nucleosynthesis is thought to have occurred shortly after the Big Bang, where simple elements like hydrogen and helium were formed. This initial phase of nucleosynthesis laid the foundation for the creation of more complex elements in stars and supernovae over time.


Do stars reproduce?

No, stars do not reproduce in the same way plants or animals do. Stars form from a process called stellar nucleosynthesis, where elements are fused together in their cores. They do not have the ability to reproduce like living organisms do.


How stars described?

tfrdtfygfjyuftgyfsdtredashgesrfdhgt


The production of heavy atoms from light atoms inside of a star is called?

The production of heavy atoms from light atoms inside of a star is called nucleosynthesis. This process involves fusion reactions that combine lighter elements into heavier elements through the intense heat and pressure found in stellar interiors.