A pulsar is actually a___________?
Correct answer: D. Neutron star
- A. Black hole
- B. White dwarf
- C. Red giant
- D. Neutron star
Explanation
A pulsar is a rapidly rotating neutron star whose beams of radiation sweep past Earth like a lighthouse. Its regular pulses distinguish it from a black hole, white dwarf or red giant.
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