8.8(A) Readiness

The Hurtzsprung-Russel Diagram is a scatter plot that shows the relationship between stars' absolute magnitude or luminosity (brightness), spectral type, color, temperature and evolutionary stage.

Spiral Galaxy

Nebula

Star

Comet

Asteroid

Meteor

Use the Hertzsprung-Russel Diagram to fill the table about the different evolution of stars.

HR Diagram Breakdown

Check Your Understanding

What can the H-R Diagram be used for?
What is the difference between an asteroid and a meteor?
What type of star is the brightest?
What type of Galaxy do you live in?

Practice answering the following STAAR questions

Answers: D, G, H, B, F, D, F, B, J

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