This galaxy exhibits an overall smooth morphology, appearing relatively undisturbed with no obvious signs of major mergers or tidal features. It presents an elongated, cigar-like shape, suggesting it is not perfectly spherical but rather a more elliptical form. The galaxy displays a distinct color gradient, transitioning from a bluer hue in the outer regions to a more yellow-white color towards the central bulge. This suggests possible differences in stellar populations, with younger, hotter stars potentially dominating the outer regions where active star formation might still be ongoing, and older, cooler stars concentrated in the central bulge. The galaxy's smooth appearance is consistent with a relatively high degree of homogeneity in its stellar distribution, with no prominent spiral arms or other complex structures readily apparent in this image.
