What Is an Elliptical Galaxy

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Multiple Choice

What is an elliptical galaxy?

• A) A galaxy with an elliptical outline and a smooth distribution of brightness (no spiral arms)
• B) A spiral galaxy seen from an angle (not face-on),giving it an elliptical profile
• C) Any galaxy with an elliptical halo when observed at radio wavelengths
• D) A spiral galaxy with an elliptical central bulge,and the spiral arms starting from the ends of the ellipse

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