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A Confrontation of Density Wave Theories with Observations

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  14 August 2015

Agris J. Kalnajs
Agris J. Kalnajs*
Affiliation:
Mount Stromlo and Siding Spring Observatory, Research School of Physical Sciences, Australian National University

Abstract

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It would be a mistake to think that the density wave theories of spiral structure have reached the maturity where they can make unconditional predictions which can be tested. On the contrary, they are still very dependent on observations for help and guidance.

Type
II: Spiral Structure and Star Formation
Information
Symposium - International Astronomical Union , Volume 77: Structure and Properties of Nearby Galaxies , 1978 , pp. 113 - 130
Copyright
Copyright © Reidel 1978 

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