NGC 7227
NGC 7227 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Aquarius. It is approximately 100 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Hubble Space Telescope survey. The galaxy has a distinct structure characterized by its central bar and spiral arms, which are typical features of barred spiral galaxies.
Discovered by the astronomer Édouard Stephan in 1880, NGC 7227 is classified as a type SBc galaxy. It exhibits a moderate level of star formation activity, contributing to its bright appearance in the night sky. Observations of NGC 7227 help astronomers understand the dynamics and evolution of spiral galaxies.