Multiple Choice
A feature unique to main-sequence stars is that
A) hydrostatic equilibrium exists at all radii.
B) energy transport occurs via convection throughout much of their interiors.
C) carbon burning occurs in their cores.
D) they emit strong surface winds.
E) hydrogen burning occurs in their cores.
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