NGC_254
NGC 254 is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Cetus. It is approximately 70 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Hubble Space Telescope observations. NGC 254 is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of spiral galaxies.
Discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834, NGC 254 is classified as a type Sc spiral galaxy. It contains a significant amount of star formation activity, making it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy evolution and structure. Its distance and features provide valuable insights into the dynamics of galaxies in the universe.