Which description best summarizes the steps that take place during black hole formation, in the correct order?(1 point)

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A massive star depletes its nuclear fuel; gravity overpowers the star; supernova occurs; core of star collapses.
A massive star depletes its nuclear fuel; gravity overpowers the star; supernova occurs; core of star collapses.

Supernova triggers fusion reactions; massive star implodes due to extreme radiation; volume and mass of star increase rapidly.
Supernova triggers fusion reactions; massive star implodes due to extreme radiation; volume and mass of star increase rapidly.

A small star gains mass through fusion reactions; core of star collapses; increased radiation triggers a supernova.
A small star gains mass through fusion reactions; core of star collapses; increased radiation triggers a supernova.

Supernova explodes a massive star; remaining core expands; nuclear reactions diminish the effects of gravity.

Answer 1

The best description that summarizes the steps that take place during black hole formation, in the correct order, is:

A massive star depletes its nuclear fuel; gravity overpowers the star; supernova occurs; core of star collapses.

This sequence accurately reflects the process: first, the star exhausts its nuclear fuel, leading to a loss of outward pressure from fusion. Then, gravity takes over, causing the star to collapse. This often triggers a supernova explosion, after which the core that remains can collapse into a black hole if it is sufficiently massive.