Question

When are elements heavier than iron formed by stars?(1 point)
Responses

in small, old stars
in small, old stars

as a dying star explodes
as a dying star explodes

as a star is first formed
as a star is first formed

in young stars

Answer 1

Elements heavier than iron are primarily formed during the **dying phase of massive stars, particularly in supernova explosions**. Therefore, the correct response would be:

**as a dying star explodes**.