Galaxies

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Galaxies are made of...

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gas, dust, and stars.

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What is thought to be at the center of many galaxies?

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black holes.

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Where do we live in the Milky Way galaxy?

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On a spiral arm towards the edge of the galaxy.

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What type of galaxy is this? (Spiral)

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A galaxy characterized by its spiral shape, with arms that extend outward from the center.

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What type of galaxy is this? (Irregular)

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A galaxy that does not have a distinct regular shape, often chaotic in appearance.

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What is the Milky Way?

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The galaxy that contains our Solar System, characterized as a barred spiral galaxy.

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What are the three main types of galaxies?

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Spiral, elliptical, and irregular.

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What is a black hole?

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A region in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.

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What is the difference between a spiral galaxy and an elliptical galaxy?

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Spiral galaxies have a flat, rotating disk with arms, while elliptical galaxies are more rounded and lack the distinct structure of spiral arms.

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What is dark matter?

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A form of matter that does not emit light or energy, making it invisible, but it exerts gravitational effects on visible matter.