Mass of molecular clouds versus stars

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Hey.

Is there a sort of percentage known of how much mass in the universe is in molecular clouds compared to stars. I need this for a work I am doing. Thanks
 
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marmot said:
Hey.

Is there a sort of percentage known of how much mass in the universe is in molecular clouds compared to stars. I need this for a work I am doing. Thanks

The two are about even. Look up the NASA Astrophysical Database Service and have a look at the primary literature yourself for more details.
 

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