Star Comparisons Quiz
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Question
Use the diagram to answer the question.
A graph illustrates the relationship between the luminosity (Sun = 1), ranging from 0.0001 to 10000, and temperature in Kelvin, ranging from 30000 to 3000, for various stars classifications. Main sequence stars extend diagonally from the top left to the bottom right corner of the graph. The White Dwarfs, Giants, and Super Giants are placed on the graph according to their luminosity and temperature.
In which spectral class does a white dwarf with a temperature of 10,000 K belong?
(1 point)
Responses
A
A
O
O
F
F
B
B
To answer this question, we need to refer to the graph provided. According to the graph, white dwarfs are classified in the leftmost region of the graph. The spectral classes on the leftmost region of the graph are B, A, and F. The temperature of the white dwarf is given as 10,000 K. Comparing the given temperature to the temperature ranges indicated on the graph, it falls within the range of B spectral class.
So, the correct answer is B.