Galaxies and Universe Quiz

Which type of galaxy contains spiral arms?

• Elliptical

• Irregular

• Spiral

• Cluster

What is the shape of some elliptical galaxies?

• Spheres

• Cubes

• Pyramids

• Cylinders

How many galaxies does the Virgo Cluster contain?

• 500

• 1,000

• 2,000

• 3,000

What is the estimated age of the universe according to most scientists?

• 5-6 billion years

• 10-11 billion years

• 13-14 billion years

• 20-21 billion years

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What is the central region of a spiral galaxy called?

• Core

• Nucleus

• Central Bulge

• Disk

What happens to galaxies as the universe expands?

• They move closer together.

• They remain stationary.

• They move away from one another.

• They disappear.

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What happens to light from galaxies as the universe expands?

• It becomes brighter.

• It shifts to the blue end of the spectrum.

• It shifts to the red end of the spectrum.

• It remains unchanged.

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What is the main topic of research related to dark energy?

• Its color.

• Its temperature.

• Its role in the expansion of the universe.

• Its sound.

What happens to sound waves when a car moves toward you?

• They spread out.

• They compress.

• They disappear.

• They change color.

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What is the primary force that holds galaxies together?

• Nuclear force

• Magnetic force

• Electromagnetic force

• Gravitational force

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