Exploring the Universe: Stars and Galaxies

Why do some stars appear larger than others in the sky?

• Because they are older

• Because they are part of a constellation

• Because they are closer to us

• Because they are hotter

What is the name of the galaxy that our solar system is part of?

• Whirlpool

• Milky Way

• Triangulum

• Andromeda

Which type of galaxy is the Milky Way classified as?

• Elliptical

• Irregular

• Spiral

• Lenticular

How are distances in the universe typically measured?

• In miles

• In astronomical units

• In light years

• In kilometers

What is the name of the galaxy that can be seen as a small lighter area in the sky on a clear night?

• Andromeda

• Pinwheel

• Milky Way

• Sombrero