Our Galaxy Isn’t As Big As You Think It Is
Galaxy size comparison chart (Rhys Taylor)
Think the Milky Way is a big place? Think again — check out this graphic by Arecibo astrophysicist Rhys Taylor, which neatly illustrates the relative sizes of 25 randomly-selected galaxies using images made from NASA and ESA observation missions. It even includes a rendering of our own remarkably mundane galaxy at the center for comparison.
(Warning: this chart may adversely affect any feelings of galactic superiority you may have once held dear.)
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Posted on April 4, 2013, in Deep Space Objects, Just for Fun and tagged chart, galaxies, galaxy, infographic, Milky Way, Rhys Taylor, scale, science. Bookmark the permalink. 1 Comment.
This is a great chart! We are studying galaxies right now and this is the perfect supplement. Thank you so much!
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