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In Biology / High School | 2014-05-23

The sun is inferred to be the most luminous when it is classified as __________.

Asked by jackbalsamo77

Answer (3)

The sun is inferred to be the most luminous when it is classified as a main-sequence star of spectral type O. These stars are the most massive and have the greatest gravity, allowing them to shine with the greatest luminosity. ;

Answered by AliciaAugello | 2024-06-18

The correct answer is that it's most luminous when it is a giant star. A giant star has bigger luminosity than a dwarf of a main sequence star (sun is one) of the same surface temperature

Answered by WorldCitizen | 2024-06-24

The sun is inferred to be the most luminous when it is classified as a giant star. As it ages, it may become a red giant or even a supergiant, significantly increasing its luminosity. The classification impacts its energy output and stage in the stellar lifecycle.
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Answered by WorldCitizen | 2024-09-30