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AaS! 16: How do spiral galaxies form?

Published: Sept. 15, 2015, noon

How do spiral galaxies form? How do galaxies form in the first place, anyway? What\u2019s so special about spirals that make them look so cool? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman!

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