Which statement about the Magellanic Clouds is false?
A) They are companions of the Milky Way.
B) They are both irregular galaxies.
C) They contain regions of rapid star formation.
D) They are close to the south pole of the sky.
E) They are the two closest galaxies to us.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Magellanic Clouds are indeed close to the Milky Way and contain regions of rapid star formation. They are irregular galaxies located near the south celestial pole. However, they are not the two closest galaxies to us; that distinction goes to some of the dwarf galaxies that are even closer companions of the Milky Way, such as the Sagittarius Dwarf Spheroidal Galaxy.

Which Statement About the Magellanic Clouds Is False