in a binary-star system that produces a nova, the white dwarf pulls matter from the companion star. the matter forms an accretion disk that orbits the white dwarf. then a specific sequence of events must take place for a nova event to occur.a. Material accumulates onto white dwarf's surface increasing in temperature and density b. Nuclear fusion reactions cause the an enormous but temporary increase in luminosity c. At a temperature of 10 million K, the accumulated surface hydrogen begins nuclear fusion d. As nuclear fuel is burned up or blown into space, fusion ceases and the star dims 1. first step2. last step



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Material accumulates onto the white dwarf's surface, increasing in temperature and density.

At a temperature of 10 million K, the accumulated surface hydrogen begins nuclear fusion.

Nuclear fusion reactions cause an enormous but temporary increase in luminosity

As nuclear fuel is burned up or blown into space, fusion ceases and the star dims.

What occurs when a white dwarf is in a binary star system?

A tight binary star system allows the companion star of a white dwarf or neutron star to give mass to the other star. A white dwarf's surface material has the potential to suddenly burst into fusion, creating a nova.

What type of binary system is needed for a nova to occur?

An eruption from the surface of a white dwarf star in a binary star system is known as a nova. When a white dwarf, which is the dense core of a former normal star, "steals" gas from a neighboring companion star, a nova is a result. When the white dwarf's surface accumulates enough gas, an explosion results.

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