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Author Question: During a helium flash, what happens to the star? Does it get brighter? Why or why not? What will ... (Read 34 times)

londonang

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During a helium flash, what happens to the star? Does it get brighter? Why or why not?
 
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The apparent surface of Jupiter is actually the tops of ________.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The energy released in a helium flash expands and cools the core and ultimately results in a reduction in energy output. Even though the surface temperature of the star increases, the luminosity decreases.

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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