star formation
Americannoun
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a process that takes place within a molecular cloud, in which a dense region of gas and dust collapses and produces stars.
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the branch of astronomy that deals with all aspects and stages of the formation of stars.
Etymology
Origin of star formation
First recorded in 1850–55
Example Sentences
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Such jets can heat or disrupt gas within the host galaxy, potentially influencing star formation and shaping how galaxies and their central black holes evolve together.
From Science Daily
Their findings show that a jet launched by the galaxy's central black hole is driving a large-scale gas outflow that is strong enough to influence the galaxy's future star formation.
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Star formation depends on a steady supply of cool gas.
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In VV 340a, the measured outflow rate is high enough to significantly limit star formation over time, according to the researchers.
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"What it really is doing is significantly limiting the process of star formation in the galaxy by heating and removing star-forming gas," said Kader.
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