How do low mass stars transport newly formed elements into the interstellar medium?
A)stellar winds
B)F supernova explosions
C)formation of planetary nebula
D)A and B
E)A and C

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Low mass stars do not have enough mass to undergo supernova explosions, but they can still transport newly formed elements into the interstellar medium through stellar winds and the formation of planetary nebulae. Stellar winds can blow off the outer layers of the star, carrying with them new elements synthesized in the star's core. Planetary nebulae are formed when the outer layers of the star are ejected at the end of their lives, enriching the surrounding interstellar medium with new elements. Therefore, the best choice(s) are A and C.

How Do Low Mass Stars Transport Newly Formed Elements into the Interstellar