Question
Which of these is a heavy element in a star?
Lithium
Carbon
Hydrogen
Helium
Lithium
Carbon
Hydrogen
Helium
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In the context of stellar astrophysics, "heavy elements" typically refer to elements heavier than hydrogen and helium. Among the options you provided:
- **Lithium**: Considered a light element.
- **Carbon**: Generally classified as a heavy element in stellar contexts.
- **Hydrogen**: The lightest element, the primary fuel for stars.
- **Helium**: Also considered a light element.
Therefore, the heavy element in a star among your options is **Carbon**.
- **Lithium**: Considered a light element.
- **Carbon**: Generally classified as a heavy element in stellar contexts.
- **Hydrogen**: The lightest element, the primary fuel for stars.
- **Helium**: Also considered a light element.
Therefore, the heavy element in a star among your options is **Carbon**.
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