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bobbie

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on: Jul 27, 2018

Which star has the largest proper motion? Why?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In the formation of our Galaxy, the ________ formed first.

A) planetary nebulae
B) globular clusters
C) spiral arms
D) galactic center
E) galactic disk

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gstein359

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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Barnard's Star lies only about 6 light-years away, and the direction of its motion has a large component perpendicular to our line of sight.

Answer to Question 2

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bobbie

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Reply 2 on: Jul 27, 2018

Excellent

olderstudent

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Gracias!

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