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Q · The Universe Medium · 45s
Which factor determines whether a star ends its life as a white dwarf or a black hole?
TopicThe Universe
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The initial mass of a star determines its evolutionary path—low to medium mass stars become white dwarfs; massive stars may form black holes.
Final Answer: Option C — Mass