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Authors: Olaf Fischer, Thomas Müller

Related glossary terms: Astronomy , Hertzsprung–Russell (HR) Diagram , Main Sequence , Stellar Evolution , Supergiant Star , Stellar Population
Categories: Stars
Age Range: 16-19
Education Level: Secondary
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