PSC 203 – Elementary Astronomy Name ______________________________
Spring 2009
Pre-lecture Assignment
Due April 16, 2009
Reading Assignment: In the textbook, read 75.1-75.3
1) Describe the typical appearance of an elliptical galaxy. _____________________________
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2) Our galaxy, the Milky Way, is classified as a __________ galaxy.
3) Match each of the following galaxies with their correct type (hint, look at figures 75.1-75.3)
Small Magellanic Cloud Spiral
NGC 1288 Elliptical
M 87 Irregular
4) Which type of galaxy typically show very few young blue stars?
spiral elliptical irregular
5) What is the difference between a “spiral” and a “barred spiral” galaxy?_________________
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