What Does the Distribution of Gas and Dust in the Milky

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Essay

What does the distribution of gas and dust in the Milky Way tell us about the relative ages of the disk and stellar halo?

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Definitions:

Hypertonic Solution

A solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to the fluid inside a cell, leading to water moving out of the cell.

Tap Water

Liquid water provided to homes and businesses through pipes and taps from a local water supply system.

Enemas Until Clear

A medical procedure that involves repeated administration of enemas to cleanse the bowel until no solid feces are seen, often used prior to medical or surgical procedures.

Physiological Normal Saline

An isotonic solution of sodium chloride used in medical treatments, closely mimicking the concentration found in the body.