Question

The limit beyond which the stars suffer internal collapse is called the

• A. Raman Effect
• B. Chandrashekhar limit
• C. Aurora Borealis
• D. Quasan Zone

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The limit beyond which the stars suffer internal collapse is referred to as the Chandrashekhar limit.

Explanation:

• The Chandrashekhar limit is the maximum mass of a stable white dwarf star, beyond which it cannot sustain itself against gravitational collapse.
• It is approximately 1.4 times the mass of the Sun, and exceeding this limit leads to the collapse of the star, potentially resulting in a supernova or the formation of a neutron star or black hole.

Other Options:

• Raman Effect: A physical phenomenon related to the scattering of photons, discovered by Sir C.V. Raman.
• Aurora Borealis: Also known as the Northern Lights, a display of natural light in the Earth's sky, predominantly seen in high-latitude regions.
• Quasan Zone: Not a recognized astronomical term.