Question

A star has the mass of $13{\text{M}}_{\text{Sun}}$, where ${\text{M}}_{\text{Sun}}$ is the mass of the sun.

Which of the following is not a part of the star's life cycle?

• A. Super red giant
• B. Supernova
• C. Neutron star
• D. Black hole

Answer 1

The correct option is D Black hole

A star of mass $13$ times the mass of the sun, will evolve into a super red giant. The super red giant expands and finally explodes in a violent and brilliant supernova. The remnant core of the super red giant becomes a neutron star.

However, for a black hole to be formed, the star's mass should be atleast $25$ times that of the sun. So, a black hole would not be formed in this case.