Structure Formation in the Universe Proceeds Hierarchically,meaning That

question 40

Multiple Choice

Structure formation in the universe proceeds hierarchically,meaning that

• A) large objects collapse then fragment to form smaller objects.
• B) large objects form at the same times as smaller objects.
• C) small objects collapse then merge to form larger objects.
• D) only small objects form and are stable over time.

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