The Cosmic Perspective (9th Edition)
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Chapter 21, Problem 53EAP
(a)
To determine
The probability of collision of star and galaxy
(b)
To determine
The probability of collision of gas clouds in two galaxies
(c)
To determine
To Compare: The probabilities of Part (a) and Part (b) and explain
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The Cosmic Perspective (9th Edition)
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