NGC 101 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 12 million light-years away in the constellation Phoenix. It is part of the NGC catalog, which is a collection of astronomical objects compiled in the 19th century. NGC 101 is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, making it an interesting subject for astronomers. This galaxy has a diameter of about 50,000 light-years and is classified as a type SA spiral galaxy. Observations of NGC 101 contribute to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution, as well as the dynamics of star formation within spiral structures.