The galaxy appears to be in the process of a significant merger. There are two distinct components, one appears more compact and smooth, while the other is more diffuse and irregular. The smoother component exhibits a bluish hue, suggesting a population of younger, hotter stars. The more diffuse component appears redder, potentially indicating an older stellar population or significant dust obscuration. Evidence of tidal interactions or disrupted structure is apparent in the form of faint extensions, indicating that the gravitational interaction is well underway. The overall light distribution suggests a complex morphology resulting from the ongoing merger event, rather than a simple disk or elliptical shape.
