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Imagine comparing a 1.2 solar mass white dwarf to a 1.0 solar mass white dwarf. Which of the following must be true?
 
  A) The 1.2 solar mass white dwarf has a higher surface temperature.
  B) The 1.2 solar mass white dwarf has a smaller radius.
  C) The 1.2 solar mass white dwarf has a larger radius.
  D) The 1.2 solar mass white dwarf is supported by neutron degeneracy pressure; the 1 solar mass white dwarf is supported by electron degeneracy pressure.
  E) The 1.2 solar mass white dwarf has a lower surface temperature.

Question 2

The initial prediction by Percival Lowell of Pluto's position was close to the place it was, in fact, found by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

TRUE





 

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