NGC 11

NGC 11 is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Andromeda. It is estimated to be approximately 240 million light-years away from Earth. The galaxy was discovered on October 24, 1885, by French astronomer Édouard Stephan.

NGC 11 has a morphological classification of SAa, indicating that it is a spiral galaxy with tightly wound arms and a large central bulge. Its apparent magnitude is around 13.7, making it a relatively faint object requiring a moderately sized telescope to observe.

Observations have revealed the presence of active star formation within the galaxy, particularly along its spiral arms. These regions are characterized by the presence of hot, young stars that emit significant amounts of ultraviolet radiation.

NGC 11 is part of the Abell 20 group of galaxies, a cluster of galaxies bound together by gravity. Its proximity to other galaxies within the cluster may influence its morphology and star formation activity through gravitational interactions. Further research continues to study its composition, dynamics, and evolutionary history within the context of its environment.