Milky Way vs Andromeda: The Epic Collision!

Milky Way galaxy will collide with the Andromeda galaxy. While there have been some recent studies suggesting a potential for a near miss, the overwhelming consensus among astronomers is that a collision is inevitable.

Here's why:

Direction and Speed: Andromeda is currently moving towards us, and its trajectory indicates a direct collision.

Gravitational Pull: The galaxies' mutual gravitational attraction is pulling them closer together.

Historical Evidence: Galactic collisions are a common occurrence in the universe.

While the collision may seem like a catastrophic event, it's important to remember that galaxies are mostly empty space. The chances of individual stars colliding are very low. However, the collision will likely result in the merging of the two galaxies, creating a new, larger galaxy.