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Galaxies in Astronomy

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What is the estimated age of the Earth according to the text?

About 4.6 billion years old

How did the Earth's formation begin according to the text?

It began in the Shedim itself, with the formation of molten matter attracting small objects.

What gases initially composed the primitive atmosphere of the Earth?

Hydrogen gas and helium

What evidence indicates the expansion of the universe according to the text?

The universe is constantly expanding, similar to the expansion of a wave around the point where a stone hits water. Signup and view all the answers

What event is described as the sudden expansion of the dense, high-temperature universe, leading to the formation of stars and galaxies?

The Big Bang Signup and view all the answers

How did oxygen appear in the atmosphere according to the text?

It appeared in the atmosphere later as a result of photosynthesis processes carried out by autotrophic organisms, including plants. Signup and view all the answers

How many main types of galaxies do astronomers describe?

Three Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated number of stars in our galaxy?

About 200 billion stars Signup and view all the answers

What is the shape of an elliptical galaxy?

Elliptical Signup and view all the answers

Where is our solar system located in the Milky Way galaxy?

In one of the spiral arms Signup and view all the answers

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The Age and Formation of the Earth

The estimated age of the Earth is approximately 4.5 billion years.

The Early Atmosphere

The primitive atmosphere of the Earth was initially composed of gases such as methane, ammonia, and water vapor.

The Expansion of the Universe

The evidence that indicates the expansion of the universe is the redshift of light from distant galaxies.
The Big Bang is described as the sudden expansion of the dense, high-temperature universe, leading to the formation of stars and galaxies.

The Appearance of Oxygen

Oxygen appeared in the atmosphere through the process of photosynthesis by early plants and cyanobacteria.

Galaxies

Astronomers describe three main types of galaxies: elliptical, spiral, and irregular.
Our galaxy, the Milky Way, is a spiral galaxy.
The estimated number of stars in the Milky Way galaxy is 200-400 billion.

The Shape of Elliptical Galaxies

Elliptical galaxies are characterized by their egg-like shape.

The Location of Our Solar System

Our solar system is located in one of the outer spiral arms of the Milky Way galaxy.

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Explore the fascinating world of galaxies in astronomy. Learn about the characteristics, composition, and different shapes of galaxies. Understand how astronomers classify galaxies based on their forms.