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Types of Galaxies
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Spiral Galaxy
A galaxy with a central bulge surrounded by several large, well-defined spiral arms that radiate from the center.
Barred Spiral Galaxy
A type of spiral galaxy with a central bar-shaped structure composed of stars, extending from the core out to the spiral arms.
Irregular Galaxy
Galaxies that do not have a distinct regular shape, unlike spiral or elliptical galaxies, often rich in gas and dust, with young star formations.
Elliptical Galaxy
A type of galaxy that has an ellipsoidal shape and a smooth, nearly featureless brightness profile, which typically lack significant dust and gas.
Lenticular Galaxy
A type of galaxy with a disk shape but without significant spiral arm structure, having a bulge in the center and a smooth, faint disk.
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