An SBc galaxy in the Hubble classification system would have...

A. a barred spiral shape with tight arms.
B. a spiral shape with tight arms.
C. a barred spiral shape with loose arms.
D. an elliptical shape with a medium elongation.


Ans: C. a barred spiral shape with loose arms.

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A layer of water (n = 1.333) floats on carbon tetrachloride (n = 1.461) contained in an aquarium. To the nearest degree, what is the critical angle at the interface between the two liquids?

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Ypsilanti, Michigan, is located at latitude 42 degrees North. What is the altitude (above the southern horizon) of the Sun at solar noon on the summer solstice?

A. 132 degrees B. 108.5 degrees C. 71.5 degrees D. 42 degrees E. 23.5 degrees

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The statement "Different samples of a pure compound always contain the same elements in the same proportion by mass" is known as the law of ______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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