Which characteristics will apply to the Sun after it leaves the main sequence?



Stars in the Universe fit into one of the four areas on this Hertzsprung-Russell diagram.

Which characteristics will apply to the Sun after it leaves the main sequence?



The Sun will be both hotter and brighter after it leaves the main sequence.

The Sun will stay about the same temperature and luminosity.

The Sun will be hotter than it is right now, but dimmer.

The Sun will be more luminous and cooler.

The correct answer is: The Sun will be more luminous and cooler.