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maegan_martin

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on: Jul 27, 2018

Why are spectra of stars different?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The Sun's density is about the same as Saturn's.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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IAPPLET

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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Spectra of stars differ primarily because of differences in their temperatures. Smaller differences occur because of luminosity differences and even smaller differences occur because of slightly different compositions.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE

maegan_martin

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Reply 2 on: Jul 27, 2018

TYSM

upturnedfurball

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Excellent

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