Milky Way

What type of galaxy is the Milky Way?

• Irregular galaxy
• Spiral galaxy

• Elliptical galaxy

How many distinct components does the Milky Way have?

• 5

• 7

• 8

• 6

What do the minor arms consist of?

What is the altitude of Hanle?

• 4,500 meters

• 4,000 meters

• 3,500 meters

• 5,000 meters

Where is the Indian Astronomical Observatory located?

Where is Hanle located?

When is the Milky Way estimated to be formed?

• 14 billion years ago

• 12 billion years ago

• 13 billion years ago

• 15 billion years ago

What did the Milky Way start as?

• Spherical object

• Flattened disk

The Milky Way is also known as

The Milky Way is seen as a