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Why don't high-mass stars become white dwarfs?



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Neutron degeneracy pressure supports their weight.



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Electrons combine with protons to form neutrons.



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They eject too much mass during supernovae.



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Fusion of iron requires energy rather than generating it.

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I appreciate what you did here, answered it right Smiling Face with Open Mouth
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Good timing, thanks!
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Brilliant ツ
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