NGC 597
NGC 597 is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation of Phoenix. It is approximately 60 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Hubble Space Telescope survey. This galaxy is notable for its distinct spiral structure, which is characterized by bright, well-defined arms that contain numerous stars and nebulae.
Discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834, NGC 597 is classified as a type Sc spiral galaxy. Its features make it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution. Observations of NGC 597 contribute to our understanding of the dynamics and characteristics of spiral galaxies in the universe.