Question

Which one of the following statements is/ are correct with regard to Milky Way? 

1. It is a spiral galaxy. 

2. The solar system resides in one of its spiral arms. 

Select the correct answer using the code given below: 

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

(c) The Milky Way galaxy is the home of our solar system. It is very difficult to study this glaxy because the solar system is located within it. It seems to be a spiral galaxy.