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Andromeda Galaxy

Also known as M31, it is the nearest large galaxy to the Milky Way. It is a massive spiral galaxy containing roughly 1 trillion stars and is currently on a collision course with the Milky Way in 4.5 billion years.

Andromeda Galaxy

Physical & Orbital Properties

Mass
3.5 × 10⁴² kg
Gravity
0 m/s²
Temperature
-270 °C
Orbital Period
N/A
Distance from Earth
2.537 million light-years

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of astronomical body is Andromeda Galaxy?

Andromeda Galaxy is classified as a galaxy (spiral). Our giant neighboring spiral galaxy

What is the mass and gravity of Andromeda Galaxy?

Andromeda Galaxy has a mass of 3500000000000000000000000000000000000000000.0 and a surface gravity of 0.0 m/s².

How far is Andromeda Galaxy from Earth?

Andromeda Galaxy is located approximately 2.537 million light-years from Earth.

What is the orbital period of Andromeda Galaxy?

Andromeda Galaxy has an orbital period of N/A.