10 Questions
How many major galaxies are there in the Local Galactic Group?
Three major galaxies
Which organization in space contains between a few hundred thousand to a few million galaxies?
Galactic Great Walls
How far is the Andromeda Galaxy from our Milky Way Galaxy?
Over two million light years
What is the approximate diameter of the Milky Way Galaxy in light years?
One hundred thousand light years
What is the main purpose of the Celestial Sphere in observational astronomy?
To provide a framework for locating astronomical objects
Which pair of coordinates is used in the Horizon Coordinate System to label astronomical objects?
Altitude & Azimuth
What does an altitude of +90° signify in the Horizon Coordinate System?
It represents the zenith
Why do lines of azimuth not remain parallel in the Horizon Coordinate System?
Because azimuth varies with geographic location
What is the role of Celestial Meridian in observational astronomy?
To form a circle perpendicular to the horizon
What critical factor influences Altitudes & Azimuths according to the text?
Observer's geographical location
Test your knowledge on our location in the vast universe with this quiz. Learn about the composition of the Milky Way Galaxy, galactic groups, and clusters, as well as our place in the Local Galactic Group.
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