NGC 5005 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Canes Venatici. It is classified as a type SA(s)c galaxy, which means it has a well-defined spiral structure and a central bulge. NGC 5005 is notable for its bright core and prominent dust lanes, making it an interesting object for astronomers. This galaxy is part of the Virgo Supercluster and is often studied for its star formation activity. Observations of NGC 5005 have revealed a variety of stellar populations, including young, hot stars and older, cooler stars, providing insights into the galaxy's evolutionary history.