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

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

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 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.
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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: as a massive star burns through its nuclear fuel, it can no longer counteract the force of gravity, leading to a supernova explosion. After the supernova, if the remaining core is sufficiently massive, it will collapse into a black hole.