The H-R Diagram

Grade 1145 min

Learning Objective

I can interpret the position of a star on the H-R diagram to determine its temperature, luminosity, and stage in the life cycle.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Classification of Stars: Spectral Analysis and the H-R Diagram

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Practice

14 min

9 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

A star is located in the lower left corner of the H-R diagram. Describe its temperature, luminosity, and stage in the life cycle based on its position. A star classified as a red giant is positioned in the upper right section of the H-R diagram. Explain its temperature, luminosity, and what this indicates about its stage in the life cycle.

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