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Which elements can be made in the core of a star after the hydrogen is used as fuel? Select four answers.

iron
gold
silicon
carbon
oxygen
hydrogen

Asked by kyleejsumrall12

Answer (1)

After hydrogen is used as fuel in stars, elements such as carbon , oxygen , silicon , and iron can be formed during various fusion processes. These elements result from advanced fusion stages in a star's life cycle. Gold is formed through other extreme processes, not typical stellar fusion. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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