STAAR Vocabulary 19 Flashcards

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A collection of stars, dust, and gas bound together by gravity.

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Galaxy

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Large celestial body that is composed of gas that emits light.

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Star

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A type of galaxy that lacks a regular pattern or shape.

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Irregular Galaxy

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A type of galaxy that can range in shape from elliptical to spherical.

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Elliptical Galaxy

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A type of galaxy that has stars arranged in two or more spiral arms.

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Spiral Galaxy

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