Which statements describe properties of stars? Check all that apply.

Question

Stars produce energy through nuclear fusion.
Stars produce energy through gravity.
Stars are massive objects composed of gas.
Stars are solid objects that we could stand on.
Stars are composed primarily of hydrogen and helium.
Stars are composed primarily of liquids such as water.

Answer 1

The statements that describe properties of stars are:

• Stars produce energy through nuclear fusion.
• Stars are massive objects composed of gas.
• Stars are composed primarily of hydrogen and helium.

The other statements are not accurate:

• Stars do not primarily produce energy through gravity; they produce energy through nuclear fusion.
• Stars are not solid objects that we could stand on; they are primarily gaseous.
• Stars are not composed primarily of liquids such as water.