When we speak of the large-scale structure of the universe,we mean
A)the structure of any large galaxy.
B)the structure of any individual cluster of galaxies.
C)the overall shape of the observable universe.
D)the overall arrangement of galaxies,chains of galaxies,and galactic sheets in the universe.

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The large-scale structure of the universe refers to the overall arrangement of galaxies, chains of galaxies, and galactic sheets in the universe, rather than just a single galaxy or cluster of galaxies. This structure can be studied through observations of galaxy distribution and clustering on very large scales.

When We Speak of the Large-Scale Structure of the Universe,we