The Milk Way is the galaxy our solar system calls home. For thousands of years, the Milky Way's beauty and wonder have inspired legendary stories and curious astronomers gazing at the night sky.
We've only recently learned some of the fascinating details of the Milk Way. While there is still more left to be uncovered, here are 10 facts we know about the Milk Way.
(Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech)
1. How Big Is the Milky Way?
According to NASA, the Milky Way galaxy is about 100,000 light-years across. Wide may be an understatement.
