Arp5

Arp5 is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Andromeda. It is part of the Arp catalog of peculiar galaxies, compiled by astronomer Halton Arp. Peculiar galaxies are those that exhibit unusual shapes or features that deviate from the typical appearance of spiral or elliptical galaxies. Arp5 is characterized by its distorted spiral arms and a prominent dust lane. Its classification is typically given as SA(rs)c, indicating a spiral galaxy with a somewhat linear inner ring and loosely wound outer arms.

The galaxy is estimated to be around 100 million light-years away from Earth. Its peculiar morphology suggests that it has likely undergone interactions with other galaxies in its cosmic neighborhood. These gravitational encounters can significantly alter a galaxy's structure, leading to tidal tails, warped disks, and distorted spiral arm patterns, as observed in Arp5. Studying galaxies like Arp5 provides valuable insights into galaxy evolution and the dynamics of galactic interactions within the universe. While specific details about its star formation rate or central supermassive black hole are not widely publicized, its inclusion in the Arp catalog highlights its significance in astronomical research concerning galactic anomalies.