Describe the three types of galaxies by dragging/dropping each of the characteristics below into the correct box on the chart.

Question

ELLPITICAL IRREGULAR SPIRAL

Shape

Stars

undefined shape
mix of old and new stars
central disk with radiating
shines brightly, young stare
long, oval shape
does not shine brightly, old stars

Answer 1

Here’s how the characteristics of the three types of galaxies can be organized into the correct boxes:

ELLIPTICAL

• Shape: long, oval shape
• Stars: does not shine brightly, old stars

IRREGULAR

• Shape: undefined shape
• Stars: mix of old and new stars

SPIRAL

• Shape: central disk with radiating arms
• Stars: shines brightly, young stars