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Galaxy rotation curve

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Stars spin around in big groups.

Galaxy rotation under the influence of dark matter.ogv
Galaxy rotation under the influence of dark matter.ogv
These groups are called galaxies. The stars spin very fast. We cannot see what makes them spin. It is a big mystery!
Rotation curve Milky Way.svg
Rotation curve Milky Way.svg
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