Recent observations seem to indicate that, rather than being a spiral galaxy, the Milky Way may be
A) a barred spiral with a definite, straight bar across its center.
B) an irregular galaxy in which matter is distributed chaotically.
C) an elliptical galaxy with little structure.
D) two elliptical galaxies colliding with one another, in view of the very active star formation within the galactic plane, brought about by the vastly increased density during the collision.

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The Milky Way is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, characterized by a central bar-shaped structure composed of stars. Recent astronomical observations and data, particularly from infrared surveys that peer through the dust obscuring the galaxy's core, have provided strong evidence supporting this classification.

Recent Observations Seem to Indicate That, Rather Than Being a Spiral