A huge exploding star that ejects most of its mass, is called a
A
stellar nebula
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B
white dwarf
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C
black hole
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D
supernova
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Solution
The correct option is D supernova Stars are like firecrackers in the sky. With time, they shine brightly and start to grow in size. This stage is called a red giant or a super red giant. These giant versions of the stars are highly unstable and have a shorter life span before they violently burst and spew out all of their content. This explosion can be seen from great distances across galaxies, and is called a supernova.