Which of these characteristics of a star make it most likely to become a black hole? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

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Responses

Its mass is greater than 20 times the mass of the sun.
Its mass is greater than 20 times the mass of the sun.

It has an abundant supply of hydrogen.
It has an abundant supply of hydrogen.

It is dying.
It is dying.

Its mass is equal to that of the sun.
Its mass is equal to that of the sun.

Answer 1

The two characteristics of a star that make it most likely to become a black hole are:

1. Its mass is greater than 20 times the mass of the sun.
2. It is dying.

These factors are crucial in the lifecycle of a star, particularly in determining whether it will end its life as a black hole or in some other form.