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The Milky Way Galaxy Is 10% Larger Than Previously Believed
An astronomical study revealed that the Milky Way galaxy is approximately 10% larger than previously thought. Scientists achieved this by directly measuring the distances to its outer arms using echoes from X-ray flares and data from the XMM-Newton and Chandra telescopes. The results showed that the galaxy's outer arms, such as the Scutum and Centaurus arms, are now known to be farther away than earlier estimates. This provides a more accurate picture of the galaxy's structure and enhances our understanding of its evolution.
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