Milky Way

The video describes the galaxy as a faint band visible from Earth, especially in areas with low light pollution. It spans about 100,000 light years in diameter and contains between 200 to 400 billion stars, including our sun.

How is the Galaxy described when viewed from Earth?

• A bright, colorful band

• A faint, misty band

• A dark, solid line

• A series of bright dots

Where is the Galaxy most visible from?

• Areas with little light pollution

• Underwater locations

• Urban areas

• Areas with heavy light pollution

What is the approximate diameter of the Galaxy?

• 200,000 light years

• 100,000 light years

• 50,000 light years

• 10,000 light years

How many stars does the Galaxy contain?

• 50 to 100 billion

• 100 to 200 billion

• 400 to 600 billion

• 200 to 400 billion

Which star is included in the Galaxy?

• Alpha Centauri

• Sirius

• Our sun

• Betelgeuse