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Is it true that dwarf galaxies are generally only about one fifth the size of the Andromeda galaxy?
Yes, it's generally true that dwarf galaxies are significantly smaller than larger galaxies like the Andromeda Galaxy. Dwarf galaxies typically contain fewer stars and have a lower mass, often being about one-fifth to one-tenth the size of larger galaxies. Andromeda, for instance, is one of the largest galaxies in the Local Group, while dwarf galaxies vary greatly in size and composition, making them much smaller by comparison.
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What is the closest spiral galaxy to the Milky Way Galaxy?
The closest galaxy to our galaxy the Sagittarius galaxy but its Dwarf Galaxy, Andromeda is the Complete Galaxy and yet classified as the Galaxy which is closest to our galaxy. Facts : There are 12 Dwarf galaxies and 1 complete galaxy within the distance of 500,000 light years. Andromeda Galaxy is moving towards our galaxy at the speed 300,000 Kilometers per hour, but its so far that i would take millions of year to have a clash.
How many galaxies like your own would it take laid edge to edge to reach the nearest galaxy?
About one. Our galaxy is surrounded by several dwarf galaxies, that are extremely close to us.About one. Our galaxy is surrounded by several dwarf galaxies, that are extremely close to us.About one. Our galaxy is surrounded by several dwarf galaxies, that are extremely close to us.About one. Our galaxy is surrounded by several dwarf galaxies, that are extremely close to us.
What is the closest galaxy to milky way?
It is the Sagittarius Dwarf Galaxy. The Canis Major Dwarf Galaxy is the second closest to the milky way.
What are the other galaxies accept Milky Way?
The observable Universe has at least a hundred billion galaxies. The galaxies closest to us are part of the so-called "Local Group" (that is, the group that includes our galaxy); this Local Group includes our own galaxy (i.e., the Milky Way), the Andromeda Galaxy, the Triangulum Galaxy, and about 50 dwarf galaxies such as the Large Magellanic Cloud and the Small Magellanic Cloud. Then, of course, there are hundreds or thousands of galaxies "near-by" as distances between galaxies go, but outside of our Local Group.
Is it true that in the milky way it is a member of the local group?
The Milky Way Galaxy is the second largest galaxy, after Andromeda, in the Local Group. The Triangulum Galaxy (a.k.a., the Star Wars galaxy) is the third largest. The Local Group contains about 30 galaxies, including dwarf galaxies.
How many other small galaxies are there in the Andromeda galaxy?
There are at least 27 known dwarf galaxies orbiting the Andromeda galaxy. These small galaxies are gravitationally bound to Andromeda and are much smaller in size and mass compared to the main galaxy.
Is Andromeda closest to earth?
If you mean the Andromeda galaxy, no, there are two dwarf galaxies that are quite a bit closer - the Magellanic Clouds.
Are Sagittarius dwarf galaxy and Andromeda galaxy the same?
No, the Sagittarius Dwarf Galaxy and the Andromeda Galaxy are not the same. The Sagittarius Dwarf Galaxy is a small, irregular galaxy orbiting around the Milky Way, while the Andromeda Galaxy is a spiral galaxy located 2.537 million light-years away from the Milky Way.
What are the closest dwarf galaxies to the Milky Way?
Surprisingly, Andromeda is not the closest galaxy to the milky way galaxy; Draco is the closest dwarf galaxy to the Milky Way. Following that is Ursa Minor, and then the small Magellanic cloud, and then the large Magellanic cloud. Amazingly, Andromeda is 14 galaxies away!
How many moons does the Andromeda galaxy have?
The Andromeda galaxy, also known as M31, has at least 27 known dwarf galaxies orbiting around it, which can be considered its "moons".
What is the name of the galaxy which is nearest to your own?
The Andromeda galaxy is the nearest large galaxy. There are several "dwarf" galaxies which are nearer, including the Small and Large Magellanic Clouds
A nearby galaxy?
Horse Isle Answer: Andromeda~Callileeno on Chestnut ServerThe Canis Major Dwarf Galaxy is the closest galaxy to us but the Andromeda Galaxy is th largest spiral galaxy near us.Look on this site for more info...http://www.brighthub.com/science/space/articles/41000.aspx
Messier 31is the nearest what to the earth?
Messier 31 or M31 or the Andromeda Galaxy is the nearest large spiral galaxy to Earth.It is commonly assumed wrongly to be the closest galaxy to our own but other smaller galaxies are closer. In fact it is the 35th nearest galaxy to us.The Canus Major Dwarf Galaxy is thought to be closest at 42,000ly from the galactic core and 25,000ly from earth. It is infact closer to the solar system than the galactic core of the Milky Way. (Satellite of Milky Way)Sagillarius Dwarf Eliptical Galaxy is 50,000ly from the core and 70ly from Earth. (Satellite of Milky Way)Large Magellanic Cloud is 157,000 ly from the core. (Satellite of Milky Way)Bootes I Dwarf Galaxy is 197,000ly from the core. (Satellite of Milky Way)Small Magellanic Cloud is 206,000ly from the core. (Satellite of Milky Way)Ursa Minor Dwarf Galaxy is 206,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Draco Dwarf Galaxy is 258,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Sextans Dwarf Galaxy is 281,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Sculptor Dwarf Galaxy is 287,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Ursa Major I Dwarf Galaxy is 330,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Carina Dwarf Galaxy is 330,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Fornax Dwarf Galaxy is 460,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Leo II Dwarf Galaxy is 701,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Leo I Dwarf Galaxy is 820,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Leo T Dward Galaxy is 1,370,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Phoenix Dwarf Galaxy is 1,440,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)Barnard's Galaxy is 1,630,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)MGC1 star cluster is 2,000,000ly. (Isolated Cluster)NGC 185 Dwarf Galaxy is 2,010,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Andromeda II Dwarf Galaxy is 2,130,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)IC 10 Galaxy is 2,200,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)NGC 147 Dwarf Galaxy is 2,200,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Leo A Dwarf Galaxy is 2,250,000ly. (Satellite of Milky Way)IC 1613 Dwarf Irregular Galaxy is 2,350,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Andromeda I Dwarf Galaxy is 2,430,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Andromeda III Dwarf Galaxy is 2,440,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Cetus Dwarf Galaxy is 2,460,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)M32/ Le Gentil Dwarf Eliptical Galaxy is 2,480,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Cassiopeia Dwarf Galaxy/Andromeda VII 2,490,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Andromeda IX Dwarf Galaxy is 2,500,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)LGS 3 Dwarf Irregular Galaxy is 2,510,000ly. (Satellite of Triangulum)Andromeda V Dwarf Galaxy is 2,520,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Pegasus Dwarf Galaxy/Andromeda VI is 2,550,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)Andromeda VIII Galaxy is 2,560,000ly. (Satellite of Andromeda)M31/ Andromeda Galaxy is 2,560,000ly.M33/ Triangulum Galaxy is 2,640,000ly.
What is the closest spiral galaxy to the Milky Way Galaxy?
The closest galaxy to our galaxy the Sagittarius galaxy but its Dwarf Galaxy, Andromeda is the Complete Galaxy and yet classified as the Galaxy which is closest to our galaxy. Facts : There are 12 Dwarf galaxies and 1 complete galaxy within the distance of 500,000 light years. Andromeda Galaxy is moving towards our galaxy at the speed 300,000 Kilometers per hour, but its so far that i would take millions of year to have a clash.
What The Milky Way galaxy has a companion galaxy called the?
The Milky Way galaxy has several companion galaxies, the most notable of which is the Andromeda Galaxy (M31). Andromeda is the largest galaxy in the Local Group, which also includes the Milky Way, the Triangulum Galaxy, and numerous smaller galaxies. The two galaxies are on a collision course and are expected to merge in about 4.5 billion years. Other smaller companions include the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds and several dwarf galaxies.
Is the milkyway galaxy largerthan most galaxies?
It is larger than the average galaxy, since the majority of galaxies are dwarf galaxies. However, there are still lots of galaxies that are larger than the Milky Way. For example, in our Local Group, the Andromeda Galaxy seems to be somewhat larger than our Milky Way.
What galaxy is smaller than a Spiral and Elliptical Galaxy?
By virtue of their name, dwarf galaxies are smaller. Most galaxies are dwarf galaxies.
