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Why do astronomers think that quasars represent an early stage of galactic evolution? Explain why quasars represent early galactic evolution.

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As technology continues to evolve it serves as the foundation in which astronomers are able to review more of our Solar System and the cosmic neighborhood in which planet Earth is in. One of the most unique objects at the core of the galaxy is that of quasars. Many astronomers today believe ...

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