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A star will use fusion to combine lighter atoms into heavier atoms. A main-sequence star (that's the majority of stars) will convert hydrogen-1 into helium-4, so in this case, hydrogen-1 is the fuel. Once it starts running out of hydrogen-1, it will start fusing the helium into heavier elements - in which case the main fuel will be the helium-4. Later in the life cycle of a star, the fuel can be even heavier elements.
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∙ 6y agoMostly hydrogen. Later on, helium and finally heavier elements.
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Which gas makes stars burn for kids?
Hydrogen is the primary fuel that stars burn. A star fuses two hydrogen atoms together to form one helium atom. Energy is released during the process that we see as light and feel as heat.
Do bigger stars burn up quicker?
Yes. The more massive the star, the faster if develops - and the faster it grows old and dies. A very massive star will die in a supernova explosion, which may result in a neutron star or a black hole.
Why do stars with smaller masses burn longer than stars with larger masses?
Stars with larger masses have stronger gravity; this results in more pressure; which in turn makes the star hotter. As a result of the higher temperature, they will shine brighter, and burn their fuel much faster.
Slogans on judicious use of fossil fuels?
its cruel to burn fuel
What exactly is a fuel energizer?
fuel energizer is special design of magnets around a fuel pipe just before carburettor or fuel injector which will ionize the fuel to get the positive charge on it to get adhere to oxygen to burn completely and increase the milelage of your vehicle
How do you convert fuel energy into heat energy?
When you burn the gas, it explodes, and creates energy.
Why do you burn oil?
TO MAKE FUEL OR ENERGY
what is the definition for fuel?
A fuel is a substance which we get energy from. we usually burn fuels.
Do Hotter stars age more slowly then cooler stars?
The surface temperature is not a reliable indicator about how long a star will last. However, the total energy output is. If a star produces a lot of energy, it will burn through its fuel faster.
What do you burn to make biomass energy?
trash and fuel
What will burn through its fuel first a main sequence star or a super giant?
Main sequence stars do not really exist - well they do, but read on. Main sequence is a stage in a stars life - where it converts hydrogen into energy, not a particular star or type of star. All stars go through a main sequence, from the smallest to the largest.However, in general, the larger the star, the faster it will burn off it's fuel.
Why is a white dwarf considered a dead star?
A white dwarf is not considered a "dead star." It is considered a dying star, but not dead yet. A white dwarf is at its smallest state and could become a supernova when its center runs out of fuel to burn.
What is the use of fuel oils?
Fuels are used to burn and create heat.
How is fossil fuel transformed to useable energy?
i THINK YOU BURN IT
Do solar panels burn fuel?
No. They get all their energy from sunlight.
How energy is harnessed from fossil fuel?
You burn them in some type of engine to extract their energy.
How energy harnessed from fossil fuel?
You burn them in some type of engine to extract their energy.
