I WONDER - How Fast Can The Milky Way Move?

The video explains that the Milky Way is part of a local group of galaxies, including the Andromeda Galaxy and others. It highlights the Milky Way's movement at approximately 600 kilometers per second, equating to about 22 million kilometers per hour, which is six times faster than a bolt of lightning.

Which galaxy is part of the local group along with the Milky Way?

• Andromeda Galaxy

• Whirlpool Galaxy

• Sombrero Galaxy

• Pinwheel Galaxy

Which of the following is NOT part of the local group of galaxies?

• Messiah 33

• Andromeda Galaxy

• Whirlpool Galaxy

• Milky Way

What is the estimated speed of the Milky Way in kilometers per second?

• 600 km/s

• 1200 km/s

• 300 km/s

• 900 km/s

How fast is the Milky Way moving in kilometers per hour?

• 11 million km/h

• 15 million km/h

• 22 million km/h

• 30 million km/h

The speed of the Milky Way is approximately how many times faster than a bolt of lightning?

• 4 times

• 2 times

• 6 times

• 8 times