characteristics of the universe

Front

What are the three shapes galaxies take?

Back

Spiral, Elliptical, Irregular

Front

Our solar system is located inside a galaxy called the _____________. The shape of our galaxy is ________.

Back

Milky Way, Spiral

Front

What type of galaxy has mostly old stars and very little dust and gas?

Back

Elliptical galaxy

Front

The color of a star will tell you its ________________.

Back

Temperature

Front

Identify where our star, the Sun, would be on this chart. (Options: A, B, C, D)

Back

A

Front

What is the main component of the universe that makes up about 73% of its total mass-energy content?

Back

Dark Energy

Front

What is the term for the visible matter in the universe, including stars, planets, and galaxies?

Back

Baryonic Matter

Front

What is the name of the theory that explains the origin of the universe?

Back

Big Bang Theory

Front

What is the term for the force that attracts two bodies towards each other in space?

Back

Gravity

Front

What is the name of the galaxy that is closest to the Milky Way?

Back

Andromeda Galaxy