Infrared galaxies

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Term: Infrared galaxies
Definition:

A galaxy that emits most of its energy in the infrared region of the spectrum. Such galaxies are thought to have unusually high rates of star formation and are also described as starburst galaxies.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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