Question

Select the correct answers from the list.(1 point)
A black hole begins to form as an aging star abruptly collapses when it ceases
. This occurs after the star has consumed its component elements in this order: .

Answer 1

A black hole begins to form as an aging star abruptly collapses when it ceases nuclear fusion (i.e., ceases producing energy by fusion in the core). This occurs after the star has consumed its elements in this order: hydrogen → helium → carbon → neon → oxygen → silicon → iron.