Introduction to the Universe: Our Location in Time & Space Quiz

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How many major galaxies are there in the Local Galactic Group?

  • Five major galaxies
  • Three major galaxies (correct)
  • Four major galaxies
  • Two major galaxies

Which organization in space contains between a few hundred thousand to a few million galaxies?

  • Galactic Clusters
  • Galactic Great Walls (correct)
  • Galactic Groups
  • Galactic Superclusters

How far is the Andromeda Galaxy from our Milky Way Galaxy?

  • Over two million light years (correct)
  • Less than one million light years
  • Around one hundred thousand light years
  • Exactly one million light years

What is the approximate diameter of the Milky Way Galaxy in light years?

<p>One hundred thousand light years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Celestial Sphere in observational astronomy?

<p>To provide a framework for locating astronomical objects (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which pair of coordinates is used in the Horizon Coordinate System to label astronomical objects?

<p>Altitude &amp; Azimuth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does an altitude of +90° signify in the Horizon Coordinate System?

<p>It represents the zenith (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do lines of azimuth not remain parallel in the Horizon Coordinate System?

<p>Because azimuth varies with geographic location (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Celestial Meridian in observational astronomy?

<p>To form a circle perpendicular to the horizon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What critical factor influences Altitudes & Azimuths according to the text?

<p>Observer's geographical location (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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