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Astronomy

How Do Astronomers Measure the Rotation of Galaxies?

Quick fact

In the Andromeda Galaxy, stars at the visible edge orbit the center at about 250 km/s – far faster than the gravity of all visible matter alone could explain.

Why this is interesting

You have likely heard the pitch of a siren change as it passes you – could the same trick reveal what a galaxy is made of?