The Peculiar Velocity of a Galaxy Describes Its Motion Relative

question 50

Multiple Choice

The peculiar velocity of a galaxy describes its motion relative to the

• A) Local Group.
• B) center of the Milky Way.
• C) center of the universe.
• D) Great Attractor.
• E) cosmic microwave background.

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemicals in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing key roles in mood, thought, and behavior.

Synaptic Vesicle

A small organelle within a neuron that stores neurotransmitters for release at the synaptic cleft.

Latin Word

A word from Latin, an ancient language that has influenced many modern languages, including English, Spanish, and French.

Neuron

A nerve cell that transmits information through electrical and chemical signals, playing a critical role in the functioning of the nervous system.