Physics · Theme E: Nuclear and quantum physics
E.5 — Fusion and stars
Physics · SL / HL · syllabus-mapped notes
Fusion in stars
Stellar equilibrium, fusion as a star’s energy source, the conditions for it, and stellar evolution.
The Hertzsprung–Russell diagram
The main regions of the HR diagram and the properties of stars in each.
Measuring stars
Stellar parallax and distance units, and determining stellar radii from luminosity and temperature.