NGC 6394

NGC 6394 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 205 million light-years away in the constellation Draco. It is classified as a grand-design spiral galaxy, meaning it exhibits well-defined, prominent spiral arms. The galaxy spans about 150,000 light-years in diameter, making it somewhat larger than our own Milky Way.

NGC 6394 is known for its active star formation regions, which are evident in its bright blue and pink hues, indicating the presence of hot, young stars. These star-forming regions are largely concentrated along the spiral arms.

While detailed studies specifically targeting NGC 6394 are relatively limited, its overall characteristics are consistent with other galaxies of its type. It is considered a relatively isolated galaxy, with few nearby galactic neighbors significantly influencing its structure or evolution.

Observations of NGC 6394 have been conducted across various wavelengths, including optical and infrared, providing valuable data for understanding its stellar populations, gas content, and dust distribution. These observations contribute to our broader understanding of spiral galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.