The above light curve shows a period that indicates ________________________.
A)the star gets dimmer quickly and brighter gradually
B)the star gets brighter quickly and dimmer gradually
C)the binary star system has an elliptical orbit
D)the system remains at constant absolute magnitude

Question

The above light curve shows a period that indicates ________________________. 
A)the star gets dimmer quickly and brighter gradually 
B)the star gets brighter quickly and dimmer gradually 
C)the binary star system has an elliptical orbit 
D)the system remains at constant absolute magnitude

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The light curve shows a period where the star gets brighter quickly and dimmer gradually, indicating a regular variation in luminosity. This is most commonly seen in pulsating variable stars or eclipsing binary star systems.

The Above Light Curve Shows a Period That Indicates ________________________