Why Are Galaxies Shaped Like a Swirl?

SkyGuy by Tom Vilot

Aug 29, 20083:08Education

Spiral galaxies are beautiful and swirly. But why are they shaped like that? The answer may surprise you. Plus, SkyGuy talks about the other kinds of galaxies.

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