Superclusters
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| definition | An aggregation of clusters of galaxies. Superclusters are typically about one hundred million (10^8) light-years in diameter and contain tens of thousands of galaxies. Some examples are the Local Supercluster, Centaurus supercluster, Laniakea supercluster, Perseus-Pisces supercluster, Shapley supercluster, Virgo supercluster. | ||||||
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| contributor | AAS_Frey.Katie_Admin original | ||||||