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Globular cluster
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Spherical collection of stars
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A globular cluster is a spheroidal conglomeration of stars that is bound together by gravity, with a higher concentration of stars towards its center. It can contain anywhere from tens of thousands to many millions of member stars, all orbiting in a stable, compact formation. Globular clusters are similar in form to dwarf spheroidal galaxies,...

Instance of
astronomical object type
Subclass of
Star cluster
Part of
Galaxy
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