Question

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

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

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

Answer 1

The description that best 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 leading to the formation of a black hole, where the massive star's nuclear fuel is exhausted, leading to gravitational collapse after a supernova explosion.