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Properties of Interstellar Dust

J. Dorschner

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Abstract In this review, the picture of the interstellar dust is outlined from the viewpoint of its role in galactic evolution. The modern concept of distinct dust populations is presented. The properties of the dust grains in the diffuse interstellar medium and in the molecular clouds are described. Some unsolved problems and future perspectives of interstellar dust research are pointed out.

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Abstract In this review, the picture of the interstellar dust is outlined from the viewpoint of its role in galactic evolution. The modern concept of distinct dust populations is presented. The properties of the dust grains in the diffuse interstellar medium and in the molecular clouds are described. Some unsolved problems and future perspectives of interstellar dust research are pointed out.

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Abstract In this review, the picture of the interstellar dust is outlined from the viewpoint of its role in galactic evolution. The modern concept of distinct dust populations is presented. The properties of the dust grains in the diffuse interstellar medium and in the molecular clouds are described. Some unsolved problems and future perspectives of interstellar dust research are pointed out.

Key concepts: Cosmic dust, Interstellar cloud, Interstellar medium, Molecular cloud, Physics, Dust lane, Interplanetary dust cloud, Astrobiology

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