Chapter 11: Stars: Classification, Evolution, and Death

Chapter Overview

11.0 Learning Objectives

11.1 Classification by Colour

11.2 Classification by Spectra

11.3 Classification by Mass and Size

11.4 The Hertzsprung-Russell (H-R) Diagram

11.5 The Death of a Sun-like Star

11.6 White Dwarfs

11.7 Variable Stars and Novae

11.8 Type Ia Supernovae

11.9 The Death of a High-Mass Star

11.10 Type II Supernovae

11.11 Supernova Observations

11.12 Neutron Stars and Pulsars

11.13 Black Holes

11.14 Key Terms

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