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What is the definition of a galaxy as recognized in astronomy?
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A galaxy is an enormous naturally occurring physical structure composed of luminous and dark matter found in various shapes (e.g. spiral, barred spiral, elliptical, or irregular) and gravitationally bound and distributed in larger associations throughout the observable universe.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoA galaxy is a grouping of a large number of stars, separated from other galaxies by a large expanse of star-free space.
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