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THE UNIVERSE
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What are the three shapes galaxies take?
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spiral, circular, elliptical
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elliptical, irregular, pancake shaped
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spiral, elliptical, irregular
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irregular spiral, flat
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Galaxies are classified by shape. There are three general types: elliptical, spiral, and irregular. Perhaps the most familiar kind of galaxy are spiral galaxies.
Detailed explanation-2: -Scientists have been able to segment galaxies into 4 main types: spiral, elliptical, peculiar, and irregular.
Detailed explanation-3: -Galaxies that don’t have a spiral or elliptical shape are often called irregular galaxies. NGC 1427A here is an irregular galaxy, and if you look closely, you can see a spiral galaxy off to the left in the distance. Image by NASA, ESA, and The Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA).
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