Defining a galaxy sounds so simple. We all know what a galaxy is, right? Well, not really. Surprisingly, there is no universally agreed upon definition and the ones generally bandied around leave a ...
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The Size of Our Galaxy Stretches Tens of Thousands of Light Years Across, But It's Height Is Rather Small
Understanding the size of our galaxy depends on the definition used for our galaxy. There are a range of definitions, some very specific and some that delve into the realm of dark matter. The Milky ...
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Our galaxy is huge across, but surprisingly thin top to bottom
From our vantage point inside it, the Milky Way can feel infinite, a hazy river of light that wraps around the sky. Yet when ...
Take some time out of your day to ooh and ahh at the beauty of the universe — Hubble has shared another stunning image of a nearby galaxy. The Hubble Space Telescope has produced this gorgeous high ...
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