Types of Galaxies

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What type of galaxy has no defined pattern or shape?

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Irregular galaxy.

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What are the main components found in galaxies?

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Dust, gas, and stars.

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What holds galaxies together?

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Gravity.

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What type of galaxy is the Milky Way?

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Spiral galaxy.

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What is a spiral galaxy?

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A galaxy characterized by spiral arms that wind outward from the center.

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What is an elliptical galaxy?

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A galaxy shaped like an ellipse, with no distinct structure.

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What is an irregular galaxy?

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A galaxy that does not have a regular shape or structure.

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What is the difference between a spiral and elliptical galaxy?

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Spiral galaxies have arms and a defined structure, while elliptical galaxies are more rounded and lack structure.

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What is the role of dark matter in galaxies?

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Dark matter helps to hold galaxies together through its gravitational effects.

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What is a lenticular galaxy?

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A galaxy that has a central bulge and a disk but lacks spiral arms.