What Property of a Molecular Cloud Does Not Counteract Gravitational

question 14

Multiple Choice

What property of a molecular cloud does not counteract gravitational contraction?

• A)thermal pressure
• B)turbulent motions
• C)magnetic fields
• D)fragmentation

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