The Milky Way Galaxy

Science

Definition of galaxy

A system made up of millions of stars, gases, dust, and other types of matter

Equipment used to record galaxies

Hubble Space Telescope

Definition of the Andromeda galaxy

A large spiral galaxy and it is also the nearest to Earth

Types of galaxy

Spiral-shaped galaxy, elliptical-shaped galaxy, irregular-shaped galaxy

Size of galaxies

Several million to several trillion stars

Characteristic of The Milky Way

A barred spiral galaxy with two main arms

Elements in Solar System

Sun, Earth, and seven other planets

Size of the Solar System

Very small

Matter found in the Milky Way

A bright and thick centre

Examples of the spiral-shaped galaxy

Andromeda, Milky Way Galaxy