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Star Systems and Galaxies

Question 4 • 2001310 Earth Science Sem 1 - Pearson

Which phrase best defines a galaxy?

Answer
A
tightly packed group of older stars
B
large grouping of more than two stars
C
loose, disorganized star cluster held together by gravity
D
large collection of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity

Explanation

A galaxy is a large system containing stars as well as gas and dust, all held together by gravity. A “large grouping of more than two stars” leaves out the gas and dust and does not define the gravitationally bound system. Therefore, the best definition is “large collection of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.”

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