Multiple Choice
One possible explanation for a galaxy's type invokes the angular momentum of the protogalactic cloud from which it formed. Suppose a galaxy forms from a protogalactic cloud with a lot of angular momentum. Assuming its type has not changed due to other interactions, we'd expect this galaxy to be .
A) a torn and incoherent galaxy
B) a spiral galaxy
C) an elliptical galaxy
D) an irregular galaxy
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