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Problem 5. Galaxy evolution
1. What is galaxy evolution and how can we quantify the evolution of galaxies using luminosity functions?
2. Sketch the cosmic star formation rate history (cosmic star birth history) and clearly indicate the cosmic
down, cosmic noon and the present day.
3. Briefly explain the evolution/change of star formation rate over the history of the universe (i.e explain
the sketch in 2).
Transcribed Image Text:Problem 5. Galaxy evolution 1. What is galaxy evolution and how can we quantify the evolution of galaxies using luminosity functions? 2. Sketch the cosmic star formation rate history (cosmic star birth history) and clearly indicate the cosmic down, cosmic noon and the present day. 3. Briefly explain the evolution/change of star formation rate over the history of the universe (i.e explain the sketch in 2).
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