!! Describe the process of nuclear fusion in stars and how it powers stellar evolution, including the formation of heavy elements through nucleosynthesis. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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As the cloud collapses, it heats up and forms a protostar. When the core temperature and pressure become high enough, nuclear fusion begins. Show more…
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