Astrochemistry
A red giant is a late stage in the evolution of a star, characterized by its expansion and cooling after the star has exhausted the hydrogen fuel in its core. As the core contracts under gravity, the outer layers expand and cool, giving the star a reddish appearance. This phase is crucial in the process of nucleosynthesis as it allows for the fusion of heavier elements, contributing to the cosmic abundance of elements in the universe.
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