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Galactic Infrared and Submillimeter Emission

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What is the primary source of infrared and submillimeter emission in our galaxy?

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Interstellar Dust
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Interstellar dust, composed of tiny particles of graphite and silicate, absorbs and re-emits starlight as infrared and submillimeter radiation.

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