Where does nuclear fusion occur in the Sun?

A) on the surface
B) in a layer just below the surface
C) deep in its core
D) in a layer just above the visible surface
E) all of the above


C) deep in its core

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Structure 1 with member BC of length L/2 has force P1 applied at joint C. Structure 2 with member BC of length L has force P2 applied at C. Both structures have constant flexural rigidity EI. The required ratio of the applied forces P1/P2 so that joint B rotations ?B1 and ?B2 are equal is approximately:


(A) 1
(B) 5/4
(C) 3/2
(D) 2

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Two stars, Betty and Wilma, are both on the main sequence. Betty is more luminous than Wilma

Which one has a hotter surface temperature? Which one is more massive? Which one is bigger? If they both formed at the same time, which one will evolve off the main sequence first?

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What does Mercury most resemble in size and appearance?

A. Venus B. Mars C. Earth D. the Moon

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A spacecraft has captured and brought material to Earth from a comet

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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