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elliptical galaxy

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ID 1125804 Last modified 28.11.2024
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Domain astronomy
  • galaktika, millel on tähtedest koosnev elliptiline või ovaalne põhikeha, kuid puudub lame ketas
  • a common type of galaxy of symmetrical form but having no spiral arms
elliptiline galaktika
Usage examples
  • Elliptilised galaktikad koosnevad põhiliselt vanadest tähtedest ning neis leidub vähe uute tähtede tekkeks vajalikku gaasi ja tolmu.
elliptical galaxy
Usage examples
  • Elliptical galaxies have shapes that range from completely round to oval. They are less common than spiral galaxies.Unlike spirals, elliptical galaxies usually contain little gas and dust and show very little organization or structure.

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