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Star formation in the galaxy

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A previous theory of the authors regarding the planetary system is generalized in an attempt to include star formation. It is found that the theory predicts the correct mass and radius for stellar clusters and also the general shape of the galaxy.

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  1. St. Andrews, Abberton Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester

    B. W. Pendred

  2. Mathematics Department, Queen Mary College, University of Londen, London, UK

    I. P. Williams

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Pendred, B.W., Williams, I.P. Star formation in the galaxy. Astrophys Space Sci 15, 334–339 (1972). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00649927

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