Type II supernovae and star forming regions are related to one another because:
A) they both contain ionized hydrogen.
B) they both involve high mass ionizing stars.
C) the shock waves of a supernova can trigger star formation.
D) as a result of both processes, lighter elements are transformed into heavier elements.
E) All of the above.

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All of the above are true. Type II supernovae are caused by the collapse of massive stars, which also ionize hydrogen and trigger star formation. The shock waves from supernovae can also transform lighter elements into heavier elements.

Type II Supernovae and Star Forming Regions Are Related to One