Early-type galaxies include elliptical and S0 ("lenticular") galaxies.
They are round or elliptical in outline. Elliptical galaxies typically
contain
little gas and dust, no spiral arms or disk, and few hot, bright
stars. Lenticular galaxies are also round or elliptical in outline, but
have a disk component as well. Early-type galaxies are sometimes the
hosts of quasars and powerful radio sources. Images of those objects are
categorized separately under the heading .
Click any thumbnail below to view the details of
that image. Other images of the atomic hydrogen in elliptical galaxies
can be found in the . Visit non-NRAO website
for more information about elliptical galaxies.
