How do astronomers test models of stellar evolution?

A. by measuring the number of stars in a cluster and comparing with the number predicted by the models
B. by assuming that all the stars in our galaxy formed at the same time, and comparing with predictions of the models
C. by recording the properties of a star over an extended period of time
D. by comparing the paths in the H-R diagram predicted by models with the H-R diagrams of star clusters


Answer: D

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