3 Things We Still Don’t Understand About the Milky Way

The video explores three major mysteries of the Milky Way: its spiral shape, the unusual movements of its stars, and the origins of high-velocity gas clouds. Scientists are investigating the role of filaments in star formation, the rippling waves of stars possibly caused by past collisions, and the origins of high-velocity clouds, which may be remnants of ancient galactic interactions or supernovae. These mysteries highlight the complexity and dynamic nature of our galaxy.

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