The Chemical Evolution of the Galaxy

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Focusing on the chemical evolution of our Galaxy, this book provides a comprehensive review of developments since the pioneering work of Beatrice Tinsley in the 1970s. It highlights recent observational findings, particularly regarding elemental abundances in stars and the interstellar medium, which have advanced our understanding of galactic history. Additionally, the text incorporates new data from external galaxies, offering insights into the chemical evolution across different galactic types and the early stages of galaxy formation.