Concept explainers
The reason for the well mixing of red dwarf interiors.
Answer to Problem 1RQ
The thoroughly mixing is due to the
Explanation of Solution
Red dwarf stars are main sequence stars which still have fuel inside the core in it and hence fusion reaction.
It has less surface temperature of around
The convection process is still be there at the surface of this stars which leads to the thorough mixing of gases and other elements present in it.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the thoroughly mixing is due to the convection at the surface of the star.
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