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.
Examples of Galaxies
- Milky Way
- Andromeda Galaxy
- Triangulum Galaxy
- Sombrero Galaxy
- Whirlpool Galaxy
- Pinwheel Galaxy
- Messier 82 (Cigar Galaxy)
- Messier 81 (Bode’s Galaxy)
- Centaurus A
- Black Eye Galaxy (M64)
- Sunflower Galaxy (M63)
- Messier 101 (Pinwheel Galaxy)
- Messier 51 (Whirlpool Galaxy)
- Messier 104 (Sombrero Galaxy)
- Messier 106
- Messier 95
- Messier 96
- Messier 94 (Cat’s Eye Galaxy)
- Messier 88
- Messier 87 (Virgo A)
- Messier 86
- Messier 84
- Messier 82 (Cigar Galaxy)
- Messier 81 (Bode’s Galaxy)
- Messier 64 (Black Eye Galaxy)
- Messier 33 (Triangulum Galaxy)
- Cartwheel Galaxy
- Hoag’s Object
- Sculptor Galaxy (NGC 253)
- Leo I Dwarf Galaxy
- Leo II Dwarf Galaxy
- Sagittarius Dwarf Elliptical Galaxy
- Ursa Minor Dwarf Galaxy
- Draco Dwarf Galaxy
- Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC)
- Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC)
- Messier 31 (Andromeda Galaxy)
- Messier 32 (Andromeda I)
- Messier 110 (Andromeda V)
- Canis Major Dwarf Galaxy
- NGC 1705
- NGC 6822 (Barnard’s Galaxy)
- NGC 7252 (Atoms for Peace Galaxy)
- NGC 4038 (Antennae Galaxies)
- NGC 1275 (Perseus A)
- NGC 1300
- NGC 1365
- NGC 1566
- NGC 3628 (Hamburger Galaxy)
- 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.