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Galaxies Regulate their Own Growth so they Don't Run Out of Star Forming Gas


Look at most spiral or barred spiral galaxies and you will see multiple regions where stars are forming. These star forming regions are comprised of mostly hydrogen gas with a few other elements for good measure.

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