Angular momentum plays an important role in star formation. Which of the following characteristics of a protostellar system is probably not strongly affected by the star's angular momentum?
A)the formation of a protostellar disk
B)the existence of protostellar jets
C)the onset of core hydrogen fusion
D)the strength of protostellar winds

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The onset of core hydrogen fusion is primarily determined by the mass of the protostar, and is not strongly affected by its angular momentum. The other choices are strongly influenced by the star's angular momentum: a high amount of angular momentum can lead to the formation of a protostellar disk, which can in turn give rise to the formation of protostellar jets and influence the strength of protostellar winds.

Angular Momentum Plays an Important Role in Star Formation