Which of the following stars will certainly end its life in a supernova?
A)the Sun
B)a red giant star
C)a 10-solar-mass star
D)a neutron star

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Only stars with a mass greater than about 8 solar masses have enough mass to undergo a supernova explosion. Therefore, a 10 solar mass star will certainly end its life in a supernova. The Sun will become a red giant, but will not have enough mass to become a supernova. Neutron stars are the remains of supernova explosions and do not themselves undergo supernovae.

Which of the Following Stars Will Certainly End Its Life