If astronomers discover a new ultrafaint galaxy, where would it most likely be found?
A) on its own, away from other galaxies
B) a few billion light years away from Earth
C) at high redshift
D) in a large galaxy cluster
E) orbiting the Milky Way

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ultrafaint galaxies are typically found in close proximity to larger galaxies, and often orbit them. Therefore, the most likely location for a new ultrafaint galaxy discovery would be in orbit around the Milky Way, making choice E the best answer.

If Astronomers Discover a New Ultrafaint Galaxy, Where Would It