Peculiar Galaxies

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Nov 2000

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"Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Edited by Paul Murdin, article 2626. Bristol: Institute of Physics Publishing, 2001

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

Galaxies, Galactic Models And Concepts

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A peculiar galaxy is an object that cannot be easily classified as a SPIRAL, ELLIPTICAL, or IRREGULAR GALAXY based on its optical morphology. They constitute between 5% and 10% of the known galaxy population, although most `normal' galaxies will show peculiar features if examined carefully. Peculiar galaxies show a great diversity of form. The vast majority can be attributed to strong gravitation...

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