Which Mechanism Is Thought to Be Ineffective and Inefficient in the Triggering

question 288

Multiple Choice

Which mechanism is thought to be ineffective and inefficient in the triggering of star birth in molecular clouds?

• A) gravitational contraction of a hot gas cloud
• B) collisions between two interstellar clouds
• C) supernova explosions and the resultant shock waves
• D) radiation pressure from the intense UV radiation from hot stars

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