Star X has spectral type B. Star Y has spectral type M. What can we conclude?

A) Star X has a higher surface temperature than star Y.
B) Star Y has a higher surface temperature than star X.
C) Star X is more massive than star Y.
D) Star Y is more massive than star X.


A) Star X has a higher surface temperature than star Y.

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