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Consider the following pairs: Objects in space Description
  1. Cepheids : Giant clouds of dust and gas
  2. Nebulae : Stars which brighten and
  3. Pulsars : Neutron stars that are
formed when massive stars run out of fuel and collapse How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Explanation

In the provided pairs, only the description for Pulsars is correctly matched, as they are indeed neutron stars formed from the remnants of massive stars after a supernova explosion. Cepheids are actually a type of variable star distinguished by their periodic brightness changes, while Nebulae are not stars, but rather vast clouds of gas and dust where star formation occurs. This distinction is essential for understanding stellar evolution and the life cycle of stars, core topics in astrophysics covered in UPSC prelims. Hence, accurate identification of astronomical objects and their properties is crucial for comprehending the structure and dynamics of the universe.

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