Mass loss

Mass loss refers to the process where an object or star loses some of its total mass over time. In stars, mass loss occurs when material is expelled into space, often through stellar winds or eruptions, reducing the star’s total mass. This can happen due to high temperatures, radiation pressure, or magnetic activity. In everyday contexts, mass loss can also happen when objects like vehicles shed parts or fuel. Overall, mass loss affects an object’s behavior and evolution, influencing things like a star’s lifespan or an object’s stability.