In the context of light curves, observations of an eclipsing binary system can directly tell astronomers not only the masses of its stars but also their _____

A) orbital periods
B) diameters
C) intensity of magnetic fields
D) temperatures


B

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a. 111°C c. 228°C b. 187°C d. 437°C

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