Types of Stars
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Objective
I can explain how stars are classified based on their properties.
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Practice
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Explain how a star's temperature is related to its color. Give examples of hot and cool stars and their corresponding colors.
What is a star's spectrum, and what information can be obtained from it?
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
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“List the seven main classifications of stars in order from hottest to coolest. What property of a star determines its classification within the OBAFGKM system? ”
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