Question

Which statements describe elliptical galaxies? Select the two correct answers.
Responses

They typically contain very little gas and dust.
They typically contain very little gas and dust. - no response given

They include the universe's largest galaxies.
They include the universe's largest galaxies. - no response given

They are the most common galaxy type.
They are the most common galaxy type. - no response given

They include the Milky Way.

Answer 1

The two correct statements that describe elliptical galaxies are:

1. They typically contain very little gas and dust.
2. They include the universe's largest galaxies.

Elliptical galaxies are known for their lack of significant interstellar matter, which results in low star formation activity. They can also be some of the largest galaxies in the universe, often referred to as giant elliptical galaxies. They do not include the Milky Way, as the Milky Way is a spiral galaxy, and they are not the most common galaxy type; spiral galaxies are generally considered more prevalent in the universe.