Galaxy Size Comparison | 3D Universe Size Comparisons

Galaxy Size Comparison | 3D Universe Size Comparisons

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Interactive Video

Performing Arts, Other, Physics, Science

KG - 9th Grade

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The video provides a comprehensive comparison of galaxy sizes, starting from small dwarf galaxies to massive elliptical galaxies. It covers various types of galaxies, including spiral, ring, and lenticular galaxies, highlighting their unique characteristics and discovery history. The video emphasizes the vastness of the universe, with over 200 billion galaxies, and provides specific details about notable galaxies like the Milky Way, Andromeda, and the Cartwheel Galaxy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which galaxy is known as a dwarf spheroidal galaxy discovered in 2009?

Andromeda

Segway 2

Triangulum

Whirlpool

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate diameter of the Milky Way galaxy?

50,000 light years

150,000 light years

100,000 light years

200,000 light years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which galaxy is referred to as the Pinwheel Galaxy and is nearly twice the size of the Milky Way?

Cartwheel Galaxy

M101

NGC 6872

IC 1101

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the size of the Andromeda Galaxy in light years?

500,000 light years

220,000 light years

1 million light years

100,000 light years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which galaxy is known as one of the largest known galaxies, spanning 6 million light years?

Whirlpool

Andromeda

Triangulum

IC 1101