This diagram represents the life track of a 1 solar mass star. Refer to the life stages labeled with roman numerals. During which stage does the star have an inert (non- burning)helium core?

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During stage IV, a 1 solar mass star has an inert (non-burning) helium core. This stage occurs after the main sequence phase (III) when the star has exhausted the hydrogen in its core and before it starts helium fusion (V).

This Diagram Represents the Life Track of a 1 Solar