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Star Formation in Galaxies

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What is the primary mechanism responsible for the formation of stars in galaxies?

  1. Nuclear Fusion

  2. Gravitational Collapse

  3. Supernovae

  4. Cosmic Rays


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Star formation is initiated by the gravitational collapse of dense regions within molecular clouds.

What is the name of the dense, cold region within a molecular cloud where star formation occurs?

  1. Protostar

  2. Stellar Nursery

  3. Molecular Core

  4. Star Cluster


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Molecular cores are the sites where stars are born.

What is the term used to describe the initial stage of star formation, characterized by the collapse of a molecular cloud?

  1. Protostar

  2. Main Sequence Star

  3. Red Giant

  4. Supernova


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A protostar is a young star still in the process of formation.

What is the name of the disk of material surrounding a protostar, from which planets can form?

  1. Protoplanetary Disk

  2. Accretion Disk

  3. Circumstellar Disk

  4. Planetary Nebula


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Protoplanetary disks are the birthplaces of planets.

What is the term used to describe the process by which a protostar gains mass from the surrounding molecular cloud?

  1. Accretion

  2. Fusion

  3. Radiation Pressure

  4. Supernova


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Accretion is the process by which a protostar grows in mass.

What is the name of the stage in star formation when the protostar begins to fuse hydrogen into helium in its core?

  1. Main Sequence Star

  2. Red Giant

  3. White Dwarf

  4. Neutron Star


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Main sequence stars are stars that are fusing hydrogen into helium in their cores.

Which type of star is formed when a massive protostar collapses at the end of its life?

  1. Black Hole

  2. Neutron Star

  3. White Dwarf

  4. Red Giant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black holes are formed when massive stars collapse at the end of their lives.

What is the name of the region in a galaxy where star formation is most active?

  1. Galactic Center

  2. Spiral Arms

  3. Bulge

  4. Halo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Spiral arms are the sites of active star formation in galaxies.

Which type of galaxy is known for its high rate of star formation?

  1. Elliptical Galaxy

  2. Spiral Galaxy

  3. Lenticular Galaxy

  4. Irregular Galaxy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Spiral galaxies are known for their high rates of star formation.

What is the name of the process by which a galaxy's star formation rate is regulated?

  1. Feedback

  2. Accretion

  3. Radiation Pressure

  4. Supernova


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Feedback from supernovae and stellar winds regulates a galaxy's star formation rate.

Which type of star is formed when a low-mass protostar collapses at the end of its life?

  1. Black Hole

  2. Neutron Star

  3. White Dwarf

  4. Red Giant


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

White dwarfs are formed when low-mass stars collapse at the end of their lives.

What is the name of the process by which a star ejects its outer layers at the end of its life?

  1. Supernova

  2. Nova

  3. Flare

  4. Prominence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Supernovae are the explosions that occur when massive stars die.

Which type of star is formed when a medium-mass protostar collapses at the end of its life?

  1. Black Hole

  2. Neutron Star

  3. White Dwarf

  4. Red Giant


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Neutron stars are formed when medium-mass stars collapse at the end of their lives.

What is the name of the region in a galaxy where star formation is no longer occurring?

  1. Galactic Center

  2. Spiral Arms

  3. Bulge

  4. Halo


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The halo is the region in a galaxy where star formation is no longer occurring.

Which type of galaxy is known for its low rate of star formation?

  1. Elliptical Galaxy

  2. Spiral Galaxy

  3. Lenticular Galaxy

  4. Irregular Galaxy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elliptical galaxies are known for their low rates of star formation.

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