Star clusters, groups of stars bound together by gravity, are fundamental to understanding galactic formation and evolution. There are two primary types of star clusters: open clusters and globular clusters, each playing distinct roles in galactic dynamics.
Star clusters serve as tracers of galactic structure and dynamics. By observing the distribution and motion of star clusters, astronomers can infer the mass distribution and gravitational potential of galaxies. Additionally, the chemical composition of stars within clusters reveals information about the chemical enrichment history of galaxies, shedding light on the processes that contribute to the formation of elements.
