The classification of stellar spectra started with the amount of hydrogen in the star's spectrum; however, now a better scheme uses the star's _____

a. mass
b. diameter
c. radius
d. temperature
e. luminosity


d

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A charged particle moves in a region of uniform magnetic field along a helical path (radius = 4.0 cm, pitch = 20 cm, period = 2.0 ms). What is the speed of the particle as it moves along this path?

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An object of mass 10.0 kg is initially at rest. A 100 N force causes it to move horizontally through a distance of 6.00 m. What is the change in the kinetic energy of this object?

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