This galaxy exhibits a distinct disk-like morphology, viewed nearly edge-on. A bulge component is either absent or heavily obscured by dust. The prominent dust lane bisecting the disk attenuates the light and reddens the color of the stars behind it. Star formation appears to be concentrated within the disk, which is evident from the slightly bluer color of the galaxy compared to galaxies where star formation is less active. There are no apparent signs of a major merger or significant tidal disturbances. There appears to be an increased concentration of smaller, bluer objects surrounding the galaxy.
