Galaxy morphology · Irr
Irregular Galaxy
A galaxy with no regular spiral or elliptical structure, often small and gas-rich with vigorous star formation. Many are shaped by the gravitational pull of larger neighbours, like the Magellanic Clouds beside the Milky Way.
Examples & connections
Knowledge connections
- Associated withLarge Magellanic Cloud
- Associated withMessier 82 (Cigar Galaxy)
- Associated withStarburst
Sources
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- NASANational Aeronautics and Space Administration
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