Galaxies

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What type of galaxy has no defined pattern or shape?

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Irregular galaxy is a type of galaxy that does not have a distinct regular shape.

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What type of galaxy is characterized by a flat, rotating disk containing stars, gas, and dust, and a central concentration of stars known as the bulge?

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Spiral galaxy is characterized by its spiral structure and is one of the most common types of galaxies.

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What type of galaxy is shaped like an ellipse and has a smooth, featureless light profile?

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Elliptical galaxy is shaped like an ellipse and lacks the distinct features of spiral galaxies.

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True or False: There are other galaxies besides ours.

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True. The universe contains billions of galaxies.

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True or False: Galaxies are distributed evenly in the universe.

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False. Galaxies are not evenly distributed; they are often found in groups or clusters.

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What is the term for all existing matter and space considered as a whole?

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Universe is the term used to describe all matter, energy, planets, stars, galaxies, and the contents of space.

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What is the name of our galaxy?

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The Milky Way is the name of our galaxy.

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What is a group of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity called?

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A galaxy is a massive system that contains stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter.

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What is the main difference between spiral and elliptical galaxies?

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

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What is the largest type of galaxy?

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Giant elliptical galaxies are the largest type of galaxies.