Which characteristic is not generally true of a starburst galaxy?
A)The observed features that cause us to classify it as a "starburst" must be only temporary phenomena in the galaxy's history.
B)Its rate of star formation is many times higher than the rate of star formation in the Milky Way.
C)Supernovae occur so frequently that their effects combine to drive a galactic wind that blows material into intergalactic space.
D)The observed features of the starburst are thought to be caused by the presence of a supermassive black hole in the galaxy's center.

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The presence of a supermassive black hole in the galaxy's center is not generally true of starburst galaxies. The observed features of a starburst are usually due to a high rate of star formation, supernova explosions, and galactic winds, but not necessarily the presence of a black hole.

Which Characteristic Is Not Generally True of a Starburst Galaxy