Multiple Choice
Structure formation in the universe proceeds hierarchically,meaning that
A) large objects collapse then fragment to form smaller objects.
B) large objects form at the same times as smaller objects.
C) small objects collapse then merge to form larger objects.
D) only small objects form and are stable over time.
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