Dwarf Elliptical Galaxy

Dwarf Elliptical Galaxy

Dwarf elliptical galaxies, or dEs, are elliptical galaxies that are much smaller than others. They are classified as dE, and are quite common in galaxy groups and clusters, and are usually companions to other galaxies.

Read more about Dwarf Elliptical Galaxy:  Examples, Comparison With Giant Ellipticals, Two Hypotheses For Origins

Famous quotes containing the words dwarf and/or galaxy:

    When I lie down to love,
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    Like an imbecile she was born old.
    Anne Sexton (1928–1974)

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    by galaxy and cedar cone,
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