IB Physics SL E 5 2 Fusion in Stars Questions

Identify SL fusion stages in stars by relating core composition, stellar evolution and the elements being fused at different stages.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Fusion is a source of energy in stars.

IB Physics SL E 5 2 Fusion in Stars Questions question 1

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Three stars A, B and C are labelled on the Hertzsprung-Russell (HR) diagram. L⊙L_{\odot} is the Luminosity of the sun.

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State the main element that is undergoing nuclear fusion in star C .

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