The temperature of a red giant increases rapidly because___________ .
A) gravitational energy is converted to heat
B) friction from the collapse creates heat
C) endothermic chemical reactions occur
D) exothermic chemical reactions occur
E) fusion increases and gives off heat

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Gravitational energy is converted to heat as the red giant collapses, causing the temperature to increase rapidly.

The Temperature of a Red Giant Increases Rapidly Because___________