|Question 20Verbal

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To study the ultrafast movements of atoms, chemist Ahmed Zewail had to devise a novel spectroscopy technique capable of measuring chemical reactions ________ within molecules at a quadrillionth of a second. Ultimately, Zewail succeeded and was eventually honored with the Robert A. Welch Award and the Albert Einstein World Award of Science for this groundbreaking achievement.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
occurred
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occurring
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occur
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will occur
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