Which of the following statements about large-scale structure is probably not true?
A) Clusters and superclusters appear to be randomly scattered about the universe, like dots sprinkled randomly on a wall.
B) Galaxies and clusters have grown around tiny density enhancements that were present in the early universe.
C) Voids between superclusters began their existence as regions in the universe with a slightly lower density than the rest of the universe.
D) Many cluster and superclusters are still in the process of formation as their gravity gradually pulls in new members.
A) Clusters and superclusters appear to be randomly scattered about the universe, like dots sprinkled randomly on a wall.
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