The life history of a star is dependent upon what?
A) The amount of helium present
B) The speed of conversion of hydrogen to carbon or oxygen
C) The initial mass
D) The amount of energy output

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The life history of a star is based on its initial mass. Stars convert hydrogen atoms into larger carbon and oxygen atoms. Once the star begins to consume the carbon and oxygen it produced, it increases its energy output. The rate of this is determined by temperature and size. Information can be found in the section Stars and Seas.

The Life History of a Star Is Dependent Upon What