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The cosmic string model of galaxy formation is briefly summarized and compared with other theories. Some recent results are presented: the origin of galactic angular momentum via tidal torquing is discussed, and the evolution of the mass function is studied.
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Brandenberger, R.H. (1989). Cosmic Strings and Galaxy Formation: Overview and Recent Results. In: Caffo, M., Fanti, R., Giacomelli, G., Renzini, A. (eds) Astronomy, Cosmology and Fundamental Physics. Astrophysics and Space Science Library, vol 155. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-0965-6_12
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