Journey to the Andromeda Galaxy [4K]
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The Andromeda galaxy, visible to the naked eye, was initially mistaken for a nebula within the Milky Way and later confirmed as its own galaxy by Edwin Hubble in 1924. With a vast structure and over 20 satellite galaxies, Andromeda is set to collide with the Milky Way, forming a new supergiant galaxy called Milkomodo in the future.
Insights
- The Andromeda galaxy, initially thought to be a nebula within the Milky Way, was confirmed as a separate galaxy by Edwin Hubble in 1924 through the observation of pulsating cepheid variable stars, settling a long-standing debate.
- Andromeda's impending collision with the Milky Way, indicated by its blue tinge and movement towards us, will lead to the formation of a new supergiant elliptical galaxy named Milkomodo, marking a significant event in the evolution of the local group of galaxies.
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Recent questions
What is the Andromeda galaxy?
A barred spiral galaxy visible to the naked eye.
How far is the Andromeda galaxy from Earth?
Approximately 2.56 million light years away.
What is the structure of the Andromeda galaxy?
A barred spiral galaxy with over a trillion stars.
What is the future of the Andromeda galaxy?
It will collide with the Milky Way.
What interesting objects are found within the Andromeda galaxy?
Black holes, neutron stars, and potential exoplanets.
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