50 Examples of Galaxies

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Galaxies are vast systems of stars, planets, gas, and dust held together by gravity. These magnificent structures are scattered throughout the universe, each offering a unique glimpse into the cosmos.

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Examples of Galaxies

  1. Milky Way
  2. Andromeda Galaxy
  3. Triangulum Galaxy
  4. Sombrero Galaxy
  5. Whirlpool Galaxy
  6. Pinwheel Galaxy
  7. Messier 82 (Cigar Galaxy)
  8. Messier 81 (Bode’s Galaxy)
  9. Centaurus A
  10. Black Eye Galaxy (M64)
  11. Sunflower Galaxy (M63)
  12. Messier 101 (Pinwheel Galaxy)
  13. Messier 51 (Whirlpool Galaxy)
  14. Messier 104 (Sombrero Galaxy)
  15. Messier 106
  16. Messier 95
  17. Messier 96
  18. Messier 94 (Cat’s Eye Galaxy)
  19. Messier 88
  20. Messier 87 (Virgo A)
  21. Messier 86
  22. Messier 84
  23. Messier 82 (Cigar Galaxy)
  24. Messier 81 (Bode’s Galaxy)
  25. Messier 64 (Black Eye Galaxy)
  26. Messier 33 (Triangulum Galaxy)
  27. Cartwheel Galaxy
  28. Hoag’s Object
  29. Sculptor Galaxy (NGC 253)
  30. Leo I Dwarf Galaxy
  31. Leo II Dwarf Galaxy
  32. Sagittarius Dwarf Elliptical Galaxy
  33. Ursa Minor Dwarf Galaxy
  34. Draco Dwarf Galaxy
  35. Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC)
  36. Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC)
  37. Messier 31 (Andromeda Galaxy)
  38. Messier 32 (Andromeda I)
  39. Messier 110 (Andromeda V)
  40. Canis Major Dwarf Galaxy
  41. NGC 1705
  42. NGC 6822 (Barnard’s Galaxy)
  43. NGC 7252 (Atoms for Peace Galaxy)
  44. NGC 4038 (Antennae Galaxies)
  45. NGC 1275 (Perseus A)
  46. NGC 1300
  47. NGC 1365
  48. NGC 1566
  49. NGC 3628 (Hamburger Galaxy)
  50. NGC 6744

The beauty and complexity of the universe are evident in every galaxy. From the Milky Way that we are familiar with to far-off galaxies like NGC 6744, exploring these cosmic marvels opens up a world of wonder and fascination for astronomers and stargazers alike. As we continue to delve deeper into space, new galaxies, and mysteries await our discovery.


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