The Typical Density and Temperature of Molecular Clouds Are

question 97

Multiple Choice

The typical density and temperature of molecular clouds are

• A)100 molecules per cubic centimeter,10-30 Kelvin.
• B)300 molecules per cubic centimeter,10-30 Kelvin.
• C)1000 molecules per cubic centimeter,10-30 Kelvin.
• D)100 molecules per cubic centimeter,100-300 Kelvin.
• E)300 molecules per cubic centimeter,100-300 Kelvin.

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