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Galaxy

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Astronomy TermPlay
Used in scientific contexts to describe vast systems of stars and celestial bodies. SlideAstronomers discovered a new galaxy that's billions of light-years away.
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Not a ConstellationPlay
A galaxy is much larger than a constellation; it contains many constellations within it. SlideUnlike Orion, a constellation, our galaxy includes numerous star systems.
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Gravity's RolePlay
Gravity holds a galaxy together, making it a united system, not a random cluster. SlideOur galaxy's gravity pulls in nearby cosmic dust and gas, helping it grow.