Types of Galaxies

Front

What is the shape of the Milky Way Galaxy?

Back

Spiral

Front

What are galaxies primarily composed of?

Back

Stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity.

Front

What type of galaxy is characterized by a lack of defined shape?

Back

Irregular

Front

What are the three main types of galaxies?

Back

Spiral Galaxies, Irregular Galaxies, and Elliptical Galaxies.

Front

What type of galaxy has a smooth, featureless appearance?

Back

Elliptical.

Front

What distinguishes spiral galaxies from other types?

Back

They have arms that spiral outward from the center.

Front

What is an example of an irregular galaxy?

Back

The Large Magellanic Cloud.

Front

How do elliptical galaxies differ from spiral galaxies?

Back

Elliptical galaxies lack the distinct arms and have a more rounded shape.

Front

What is the primary force that holds galaxies together?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What type of galaxy is the Andromeda Galaxy?

Back

Spiral.