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Q: Why does it make it difficult for astronomers to understand the later stages of stellar evolution?
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What is the first stage of stellar evolution?

The first stage of stellar evolution is nebula.


What are the steps of stellar evolution in order?

You can find an overview of stelar evolution in the Wikipedia article entitled "Stellar evolution".


Which stage in stellar evolution is the longest?

The longest stage of stellar evolution is the main sequence phase.


How can star clusters confirm astronomers' theories of stellar evolution?

Star clusters are collections of same-age stars that remain intact for billions of years. When plotted on a H-R diagram, a cutoff point of stars leaving the main sequence and massive stars further evolved are shown, confirming the theory of stellar evolution.


Which burning stage in stellar evolution is most durable?

Helium burning is most durable stage in stellar evolution.


How is the lifetime of a star comparable to stellar evolution?

Stellar evolution is the term for the changes a star undergoes during its lifetime.


How does nuclear fusion affect stellar evolution?

Nuclear fusion affects stellar evolution by essentially halting all mitosis and miosis that any cells in a stellar evolution could experience, and they stunt the growth of the object.


What is the role of magnetism in the process of stellar birth?

There is no known role of magnetism in stellar evolution.


At the beginning of the universe scientists believe that stellar evolution contained only what two elements?

Scientist believe that stellar evolution contained only hydrogen and then helium.


What are Endpoints of stellar evolution?

The endpoints of stellar evolution are: White Dwarf Neutron Star Black Hole The endpoint is dependent upon birth mass of the star.


What are two methods that astronomers use to obtain stellar radii?

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How astronomers measure stellar temperatures?

Stellar temperature can be measured by analysing the spectrum of light that stars emit; shorter wavelengths correspond to higher temperatures.