  We discuss the 6Li abundance evolution within a hierarchical model of Galaxy
formation which correctly reproduces the [Fe/H] distribution of metal-poor halo
stars. Contrary to previous findings, we find that neither the level
(6Li/H=6x10^-12) nor the flatness of the 6Li distribution with [Fe/H] can be
reproduced under the most favourable conditions by any model in which 6Li
production is tied to a (data-constrained) Galactic star formation rate via
cosmic ray spallation. Thus, the origin of the plateau might be due to some
other early mechanism unrelated to star formation.

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