The Life of a Star

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Which part of the Hertzsprung-Russell (HR) diagram represents the main sequence?

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Correct option: A diagonal band from high temperature/bright to low temperature/dim.

Common mistakes: choosing supergiant or white dwarf locations

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B1 · 1 mark · Correct option selected: diagonal band from high temperature/bright to low temperature/dim.

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The main sequence appears as a diagonal band.