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Is our galaxy just another dot in the universe? Unravel the mystery of the Milky Way’s uniqueness in the cosmic tapestry!
Welcome to the SAGA!
The SAGA Survey, started in 2013, studies Milky Way-like galaxies to assess the uniqueness of the Milky Way's satellite systems.
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Galactic Dance Partners
The Milky Way has four confirmed satellites, fewer than many similar systems, particularly when considering the Large Magellanic Cloud.
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The LMC Effect
Recent acquisitions of the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds may explain the Milky Way's lower satellite count compared to other galaxies.
Image Credit: Gizmodo
Stopping the Star Show
Galaxies orbiting closer to a larger galaxy are more likely to have reduced star formation, showing how their surroundings affect how they evolve.
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A Cosmic Treasure Trove
The SAGA Survey found 378 satellite galaxies in 101 systems and new redshift measurements for about 46,000 galaxies.
Image Credit: Noirlab
Home in the Cosmos
Ongoing research aims to refine galaxy formation models and understand interactions between host and satellite galaxies.
Image Credit: Cloudfront