30 Nov 2021
Problem 4b
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Section: Search and Learn
Chapter 31: Nuclear Energy; Effects and Uses of Radiation
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30 Nov 2021
Given information
The energy output of massive stars is believed to be due to
the carbon cycle
Step-by-step explanation
Step 1.
CNO cycle is carbon-nitrogen-oxygen cycle. It is the sequence of thermonuclear reactions that provides most of the energy radiated by hotter stars.
Four hydrogen nuclei are converted into helium nucleus.
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