The discussion revolves around the accuracy of a picture purportedly depicting the CNO cycle in stellar nucleosynthesis. Participants explore whether the image correctly represents the CNO cycle or if it pertains to other processes such as the alpha process or the triple alpha process.
Participants express differing views on whether the image accurately represents the CNO cycle, with some agreeing that it does not, while others propose alternative interpretations involving different nuclear processes. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the correct identification of the processes depicted in the image.
Participants reference various nuclear processes and their relationships, but there is uncertainty regarding the specific processes illustrated in the picture. The discussion highlights the complexity of stellar nucleosynthesis and the potential for confusion between different cycles and processes.
Yep, I think it makes more sense.Vagn said:
The CNO cycle produces 4He, not consumes it. There are intermediate stages involving neon in some variations of the CNO cycles, but these only occur at very high temperatures. The basic cycle is carbon>nitrogen>oxygen>carbon, the full reaction is given on the CNO cycle wiki page.Stephanus said:
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