The Life Cycle of a StarThe Life Cycle of a Star

By Scott Carlyle

Neutron Star orBlack Hole Stage:

If the star is a supergiant, it doesnot become a white dwarf, but

instead forms a neutron staror a black hole.

Main Sequence Stage: Within a million years,

the baby star moves into its mainsequence phase.

Overview Overview

Star Formation:A star begins its life deep in

a cloud of gases known as a nebula.

White Dwarf and Black Dwarf Stage: Eventually, if the star is

a red giant, it will collapse intoa white dwarf.

Red Giant or Supergiant Stage:When the main sequence

stage ends, the star enters thered giant or supergiant stage.