After a supernova explosion,the remains of the stellar core
A)will always be a neutron star.
B)be either a neutron star or a black hole.
C)will always be a black hole.
D)may be either a white dwarf,neutron star,or black hole.

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After a supernova explosion, the remains of the stellar core can be either a neutron star or a black hole, depending on the mass of the original star. Stars with lower mass (<3 solar masses) will become white dwarfs, stars with moderate mass (3-8 solar masses) will become neutron stars, and stars with higher mass (>8 solar masses) will become black holes. Therefore, it is not always true that the remnant will be a neutron star, black hole, or white dwarf, hence options A and C are incorrect. Option D is true for the various types of stars that result from different mass ranges, but it is not correct regarding the specific remains of the stellar core after a supernova explosion.

After a Supernova Explosion,the Remains of the Stellar Core