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Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram
Summary
The
Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram
is a pivotal tool in astrophysics that plots stars according to their luminosity and temperature, revealing
distinct groupings
such as the
main sequence
, giants, and
white dwarfs
. This diagram helps astronomers understand
stellar evolution
and the
lifecycle of stars
by showing how stars change over time in terms of brightness and temperature.
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Stars and Stellar Systems 100%
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