The Distribution of Population II Stars and Globular Clusters Shows

question 97

Short Answer

The distribution of Population II stars and globular clusters shows the Galaxy was more
in shape when it formed than it is now.

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Definitions:

Beta

A measure of a stock's volatility in relation to the overall market; used in the Capital Asset Pricing Model to determine risk.

Unsystematic Risk

The risk of price change due to the unique circumstances of a specific security, as opposed to overall market movement, which can be diversified away.

Statistical Tests

Analytical procedures used to determine the significance of collected data by comparing it against a predetermined threshold or value.

Systematic Risk

The risk inherent to the entire market or market segment, which cannot be mitigated through diversification.