Asked by hello

Which factors are most likely to affect whether a galaxy will evolve by merging with a second galaxy? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses

its distance from the other galaxy
its distance from the other galaxy

its age compared to that of the other galaxy
its age compared to that of the other galaxy

its proportion of gas compared to that of the other galaxy
its proportion of gas compared to that of the other galaxy

its size compared to that of the other galaxy
its size compared to that of the other galaxy
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Answered by GPT-4o mini
The two factors that are most likely to affect whether a galaxy will evolve by merging with a second galaxy are:

1. **Its size compared to that of the other galaxy** - The gravitational interactions that lead to merging are significantly influenced by the mass (and consequently size) of the galaxies involved. Larger galaxies have a stronger gravitational pull and are more likely to result in a merger.

2. **Its proportion of gas compared to that of the other galaxy** - The amount of gas in galaxies can influence their evolution and the likelihood of merging. Gas-rich galaxies can fuel star formation and are more likely to interact gravitationally and thus merge compared to gas-poor galaxies.

These factors play a critical role in the dynamics of galaxy interactions and potential mergers.