Question
Which factor is essential to the initial formation of galaxies, for either of the
theories describing galaxy evolution?(1 point)
Gravity acts on existing material , shaping it into a new form.
Small lumps of material merge into larger clumps
Massive gas and dust clouds collapse
The force of orbiting stars generates collisions
theories describing galaxy evolution?(1 point)
Gravity acts on existing material , shaping it into a new form.
Small lumps of material merge into larger clumps
Massive gas and dust clouds collapse
The force of orbiting stars generates collisions
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The essential factor to the initial formation of galaxies, according to both theories of galaxy evolution, is **massive gas and dust clouds collapse**. This collapse due to gravity allows for the formation of dense regions that can eventually form stars and galaxies.