Which Process Is Required to Allow a Gravitationally-Collapsing Gas Cloud

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which process is required to allow a gravitationally-collapsing gas cloud to continue to collapse?

• A) The cloud must radiate much of its thermal energy.
• B) The cloud must trap most of its thermal energy.
• C) The cloud must collide with other clouds.
• D) New dust particles must continually be made in the cloud.

---

Definitions:

Captive Finance Company

A subsidiary whose primary purpose is to provide financing to customers buying the parent company's product, facilitating purchases and increasing sales.

Direct Leasing

A lease arrangement where the lessor purchases the asset and rents it directly to the lessee without involving intermediaries.

Lease Versus Buy

The decision-making process regarding whether to finance an asset through leasing or purchasing it outright.

Operating Lease

A leasing agreement allowing the use of an asset without ownership, typically with shorter terms than a finance lease.