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HR Diagram 3D Explorer vs alternatives
The HR Diagram 3D Explorer shows MS, giants, and white dwarfs on log(L/Lsun) vs temperature - textbooks win for proofs; catalogs win for real star data.
| Option | Strength | Access | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR Diagram 3D (this page) | Highlight MS / giants / WD / Sun | Free, in browser | Schematic loci / not a catalog |
| Star Lifecycle 3D sibling | Evolution stages over time | Free web | Time evolution, not HR axes |
| Catalog / notebook HR plot | Real star samples | Data / license | Heavier setup for one schematic demo |
Start with the step-by-step guide or when to use. Open the HR Diagram 3D Explorer.
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