Illustration of the Milky Way galaxy with streams of stars representing devoured galaxies

Milky Way's Growth Traced Through Ghost Stars from Devoured Galaxies

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New missions providing precise measurements and larger star samples have enabled galactic archaeologists to distinguish subtle differences among star groups. This research reveals the Milky Way's history of growth through the consumption of other galaxies, dating back nearly 12 billion years.

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