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kellyjaisingh

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Tidal forces are very important to the Algol system today, but were not important when both stars were still on the main sequence. Why not?
 
  A) Main-sequence stars in a system like the Algol system are small compared to their physical separation.
  B) Main-sequence stars are too big to be affected by tidal forces.
  C) Main-sequence stars are too massive to be affected by tidal forces.
  D) Main-sequence stars are unaffected by tidally-induced mass transfer.

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Modern astronomers have observed the complete life cycle for many stars, making stellar evolution one of the best-tested astronomical theories.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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nekcihc358

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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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kellyjaisingh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 27, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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