Stellar Populations, Butcher-Oemler Effect, Star Formation in Clusters
Abstract
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In this brief overview of the stellar populations of galaxies in clusters I highlight some of the most recent results, including the downsizing of the k+a population and the star formation--local density relation. I conclude discussing some open questions regarding the interpretation of the observational results, and speculating on the current meaning of the words ``primordial'' and ``environmental''.
6 pages, 2 postscript figures - Invited review at the IAU Joint Discussion n.10 in Sydney, to appear in "Highlights of Astronomy", vol.13, IAU 2003
6 pages, 2 postscript figures - Invited review at the IAU Joint Discussion n.10 in Sydney, to appear in "Highlights of Astronomy", vol.13, IAU 2003