Multiple Choice
A shock wave is produced during a supernova explosion, caused by the outward movement of hot inflating bubbles. Where do these bubbles get their energy?
A) Kelvin-Helmholtz contraction
B) energy from the final fusion reaction: iron + hydrogen = nickel
C) gamma radiation from the core
D) neutrinos
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