Galaxy Formation and Evolution

Galaxy formation and evolution refer to the processes that create and transform galaxies over billions of years. Initially, tiny fluctuations in the early universe's density led to the gravitational clumping of gas and dark matter, forming the first galaxies. As time passed, stars formed within these galaxies, igniting complex interactions like merging and star formation, which shaped their structures. Through observational studies and computational models, scientists explore these dynamics, uncovering how galaxies evolve, interact within clusters, and host diverse stellar populations. This research enhances our understanding of the universe's history and the fundamental forces governing the cosmos.