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Which galaxy is the largest member of the Local Group?

Quick Answer

The Andromeda Galaxy is the largest member of the Local Group. It contains around a trillion stars, more than the Milky Way’s estimated several hundred billion.

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The Andromeda Galaxy is generally considered the largest member of the Local Group. It is a giant spiral galaxy containing roughly a trillion stars, compared with the Milky Way’s several hundred billion. Andromeda is about 2.5 million light-years away and is moving toward the Milky Way. Because of its size and proximity, it is a cornerstone for studying galaxy structure and evolution.

Key Facts

1.Contains around 1 trillion stars
2.About 2.5 million light-years away
3.Largest galaxy in the Local Group

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