Galaxies and Stars

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What are the three types of galaxies?

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Spiral, Elliptical, Irregular

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What type of galaxy is oval-shaped?

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An elliptical galaxy

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What is the name of the galaxy that contains our Solar System?

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Milky Way

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What type of galaxy is characterized by a rotating disk of stars and nebulae?

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Spiral galaxy

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What type of galaxy has no defined shape and is often chaotic in appearance?

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Irregular galaxy

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What is the largest galaxy in our local group?

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Andromeda Galaxy

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What type of galaxy is typically older and contains less gas and dust?

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Elliptical galaxy

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What is the main component of a spiral galaxy?

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A central bulge surrounded by spiral arms

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What type of galaxy is known for its bright, swirling arms?

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Spiral galaxy

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What is the term for a group of stars, gas, and dust bound together by gravity?

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Galaxy