NGC 1068

NGC 1068, also known as Messier 77, is a well-studied galaxy about 47 million light-years away. It is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, featuring a central core surrounded by spiral arms. What makes NGC 1068 special is that it hosts an active supermassive black hole at its center, emitting intense radiation and energetic jets. This activity is due to gas and dust falling into the black hole, creating a luminous region called an active galactic nucleus. NGC 1068 provides valuable insights into the dynamics of black holes and galaxy evolution.