The Collapse of the Core of a High-Mass Star at the End

question 19

Multiple Choice

The collapse of the core of a high-mass star at the end of its life lasts approximately:

• A) 1 second.
• B) 1 hour.
• C) 1 week.
• D) 1 year.

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