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Because a galaxy contains not only stars, but planets, asteroids, comets and other stellar material.

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Q: Why is earth considered part of the milky way galaxy yet it is not a star?
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Which galaxy does earth belong to?

Earth is part of the Sol Constellation which belongs to the Milky Way Galaxy.


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What planets are part of the milky way galaxy?

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