A galaxy is a system of celestial bodies, such as stars, planets, several solar systems, and interstellar gas and dust. Our solar system is a part of a galaxy called . NextReset
The shape of the milky way is such that it has a bar-shaped region in its core and this core is surrounded by gas, stars, and dust and with spiraling arms.
Thus, the milky way is classified as a barred spiral galaxy.
The distance of the solar system from the center of the galaxy is approximately 26,490 (± 100) light-years.
